1976 Alpine A 310 vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 1996 Renault 19 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alpine A 310 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 42 more horse power than 1996 Renault 19. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault 19 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1976 Alpine A 310.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Alpine A 310 (209 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1976 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 310 | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Alpine | Renault |
| Model | A 310 | 19 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
