1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 2010 Audi TT
To start off, 2010 Audi TT is newer by 36 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi TT (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1974 Alpine A 310. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1974 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi TT weights approximately 675 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.
Because 2010 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi TT (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi TT 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 | 2010 Audi TT | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | A 310 | TT |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4178 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1351 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
