1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 1979 Renault 15
To start off, 1979 Renault 15 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alpine A 310 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 68 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Renault 15 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1974 Alpine A 310.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Alpine A 310 (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alpine A 310 | 1979 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Alpine | Renault |
| Model | A 310 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
