1976 Alpine A 310 vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 1976 Alpine A 310 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 26 kg more than 1975 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Alpine A 310 (209 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 310 | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Alpine | Seat |
| Model | A 310 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2430 mm |
