1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 1959 Berkeley B
To start off, 1974 Alpine A 310 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley B would be higher. At 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alpine A 310 (127 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 469 kg more than 1959 Berkeley B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley B, 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, 1974 Alpine A 310 (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alpine A 310 | 1959 Berkeley B | |
| Make | Alpine | Berkeley |
| Model | A 310 | B |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 692 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 1790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 25 L |
