1976 Alpine A 310 vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 25 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 2,662 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 44 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (104 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 144 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146, 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 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1976 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 310 | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Alpine | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | A 310 | 146 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2662 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 64.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1016 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 51 L |
