1975 Alpine A 310 vs. 2013 Audi A4
To start off, 2013 Audi A4 is newer by 38 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A4 (208 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1975 Alpine A 310. (127 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A4 weights approximately 905 kg more than 1975 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | A 310 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1436 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2808 mm |
