1976 Alpine A 310 vs. 1998 Chrysler Neon
To start off, 1998 Chrysler Neon is newer by 22 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 17 more horse power than 1998 Chrysler Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1998 Chrysler Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chrysler Neon weights approximately 129 kg more than 1976 Alpine A 310.
Because 1976 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 1976 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Neon, 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, 1976 Alpine A 310 (209 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1976 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 310 | 1998 Chrysler Neon | |
| Make | Alpine | Chrysler |
| Model | A 310 | Neon |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2650 mm |
