1975 Alpine A 310 vs. 1996 Audi A6
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 21 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alpine A 310 (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (124 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1975 Alpine A 310.
Because 1996 Audi A6 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, 1996 Audi A6 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, 1996 Audi A6 (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Alpine A 310 | 1996 Audi A6 | |
Make | Alpine | Audi |
Model | A 310 | A6 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1604 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |