1975 Alpine A 310 vs. 2000 Audi A4
To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 25 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alpine A 310 (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2000 Audi A4. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A4 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1975 Alpine A 310.
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, 2000 Audi A4, 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, 2000 Audi A4 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A4 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 | 2000 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | A 310 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
