1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 25 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 64 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (63 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 9 kg more than 1974 Alpine A 310.
Because 1974 Alpine A 310 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo (155 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Lupo 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 | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Alpine | Volkswagen |
Model | A 310 | Lupo |
Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 34 L |