1975 Alpine A 310 vs. 2012 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, 2012 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 37 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 55 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Fiorino. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 320 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, 2012 Fiat Fiorino, 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Fiorino. (119 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1975 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Fiorino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alpine A 310 | 2012 Fiat Fiorino | |
| Make | Alpine | Fiat |
| Model | A 310 | Fiorino |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
