1976 Alpine A 310 vs. 2000 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 2000 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 24 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 25 more horse power than 2000 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 472 kg more than 1976 Alpine A 310.
Because 2000 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Step Wagon 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, 1976 Alpine A 310 (209 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Step Wagon. 2000 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 1976 Alpine A 310 has manual transmission. 1976 Alpine A 310 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alpine A 310 | 2000 Honda Step Wagon | |
Make | Alpine | Honda |
Model | A 310 | Step Wagon |
Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2810 mm |