1975 Alpine A 310 vs. 2005 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2005 Fiat Stilo 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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alpine A 310 (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 470 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 Stilo, 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, 2005 Fiat Stilo (261 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Stilo 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 | 2005 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Alpine | Fiat |
| Model | A 310 | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1295 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
