1973 Alpine A 310 vs. 1999 Opel Signum
To start off, 1999 Opel Signum is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Signum (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1973 Alpine A 310. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1973 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Signum weights approximately 710 kg more than 1973 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Alpine A 310 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Signum, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Opel Signum (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alpine A 310 | 1999 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Alpine | Opel |
| Model | A 310 | Signum |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
