1976 Alpine A 310 vs. 2008 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 32 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, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 338 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, 2008 Honda Element, 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, 2008 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element 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 | 2008 Honda Element | |
| Make | Alpine | Honda |
| Model | A 310 | Element |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2662 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1016 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
