1976 Alpine A 310 vs. 2005 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2005 Holden Vectra is newer by 29 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 3 more horse power than 2005 Holden Vectra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Vectra weights approximately 550 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, 2005 Holden Vectra, 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Vectra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alpine A 310 | 2005 Holden Vectra | |
Make | Alpine | Holden |
Model | A 310 | Vectra |
Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2710 mm |