1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 39 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), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1974 Alpine A 310. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1974 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 520 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 2013 Subaru Impreza 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Alpine | Subaru |
| Model | A 310 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| 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 | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2645 mm |
