1976 Alpine A 310 vs. 2008 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V 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 2,664 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 26 more horse power than 2008 Honda HR-V. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 337 kg more than 1976 Alpine A 310.
Because 2008 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1976 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 310 | 2008 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Alpine | Honda |
| Model | A 310 | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
