1975 Alpine A 310 vs. 1984 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1984 Fiat Panda is newer by 9 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 @ 6250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 64 kg more than 1984 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Panda 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, 1975 Alpine A 310 (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alpine A 310 | 1984 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Alpine | Fiat |
| Model | A 310 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 67.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 68 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 32 L |
