1975 Alpine A 310 vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1980 Honda Ballade is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 1,604 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alpine A 310 (127 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1980 Honda Ballade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Honda Ballade, 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, 1975 Alpine A 310 (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alpine A 310 | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Alpine | Honda |
| Model | A 310 | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2330 mm |
