1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 1967 Seat 1500
To start off, 1974 Alpine A 310 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Seat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Seat 1500 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 @ 6250 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1967 Seat 1500. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1967 Seat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Seat 1500 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1974 Alpine A 310.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alpine A 310 | 1967 Seat 1500 | |
| Make | Alpine | Seat |
| Model | A 310 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2660 mm |
