1975 Alpine A 310 vs. 2010 Peugeot 1007
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 1007 is newer by 35 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 23 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 1007. (104 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 1007. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 1007 weights approximately 393 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, 2010 Peugeot 1007, 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, 2010 Peugeot 1007 (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 1007 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 | 2010 Peugeot 1007 | |
| Make | Alpine | Peugeot |
| Model | A 310 | 1007 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
