1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 1974 Alpine A 310 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 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 53 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 128 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1974 Alpine A 310.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Alpine A 310 (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alpine A 310 | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Alpine | Fiat |
| Model | A 310 | 128 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2240 mm |
