1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 2011 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i30 is newer by 37 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 13 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i30. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 584 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, 2011 Hyundai i30, 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, 2011 Hyundai i30 (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i30 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 | 2011 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Alpine | Hyundai |
Model | A 310 | i30 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1409 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |