1973 Alpine A 310 vs. 2010 Audi A1
To start off, 2010 Audi A1 is newer by 37 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 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alpine A 310 (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2010 Audi A1. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A1 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1973 Alpine A 310.
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, 2010 Audi A1, 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, 2010 Audi A1 (250 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A1 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 | 2010 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | A 310 | A1 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1416 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 34 L |
