1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 1984 Renault 5 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 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1974 Alpine A 310. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 5 weights approximately 111 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 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 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 Renault 5 | |
Make | Alpine | Renault |
Model | A 310 | 5 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |