1975 Alpine A 310 vs. 2005 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2005 Fiat Siena is newer by 30 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 3 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Siena. (124 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Siena weights approximately 270 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, 2005 Fiat Siena, 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Siena. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alpine A 310 | 2005 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Alpine | Fiat |
| Model | A 310 | Siena |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1095 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
