1976 Alpine A 310 vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 26 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 340 kg more than 1976 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Honda Accord, 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, 2002 Honda Accord (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 310 | 2002 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Alpine | Honda |
| Model | A 310 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2662 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1016 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |
