1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 1984 Audi 90
To start off, 1984 Audi 90 is newer by 10 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 90 (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1974 Alpine A 310. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi 90 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1974 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Audi 90 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alpine A 310 | 1984 Audi 90 | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | A 310 | 90 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 2226 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2550 mm |
