1976 Alpine A 310 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 30 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 83 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (65 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Spark weights approximately 98 kg more than 1976 Alpine A 310.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 310 | 2006 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Alpine | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 310 | Spark |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 65 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 35 L |
