1977 Alpine A 310 vs. 1995 Audi Coupe
To start off, 1995 Audi Coupe is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi Coupe (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1977 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1977 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi Coupe weights approximately 544 kg more than 1977 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Audi Coupe 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, 1995 Audi Coupe (357 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alpine A 310 | 1995 Audi Coupe | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | A 310 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2226 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2560 mm |
