1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 32 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 26 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 518 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, 2006 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat 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 | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Alpine | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 310 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
