1975 Alpine A 310 vs. 1984 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1984 Fiat Ritmo 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) has 46 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 95 kg more than 1975 Alpine A 310.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Alpine A 310 (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alpine A 310 | 1984 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Alpine | Fiat |
| Model | A 310 | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
