1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 2003 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 29 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1974 Alpine A 310. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1974 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 840 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Vauxhall Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alpine A 310. 2003 Vauxhall Omega has automatic transmission and 1974 Alpine A 310 has manual transmission. 1974 Alpine A 310 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Vauxhall Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alpine A 310 | 2003 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Alpine | Vauxhall |
| Model | A 310 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2740 mm |
