1975 Alpine A 310 vs. 1991 Holden Barina
To start off, 1991 Holden Barina is newer by 16 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 60 more horse power than 1991 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1991 Holden Barina. 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, 1991 Holden Barina, 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Barina. (105 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1975 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Barina. 1991 Holden Barina has automatic transmission and 1975 Alpine A 310 has manual transmission. 1975 Alpine A 310 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Holden Barina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alpine A 310 | 1991 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Alpine | Holden |
| Model | A 310 | Barina |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2250 mm |
