1977 Alpine A 310 vs. 1970 Renault 8
To start off, 1977 Alpine A 310 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Renault 8 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1970 Renault 8. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1970 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1970 Renault 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alpine A 310 | 1970 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Alpine | Renault |
| Model | A 310 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 38 L |
