1978 Alpine A 310 vs. 1966 Audi Variant
To start off, 1978 Alpine A 310 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Audi Variant would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1966 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1966 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Audi Variant weights approximately 86 kg more than 1978 Alpine A 310.
Because 1978 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 1978 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Audi Variant, 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, 1978 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Audi Variant. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Audi Variant.
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1978 Alpine A 310 | 1966 Audi Variant | |
Make | Alpine | Audi |
Model | A 310 | Variant |
Year Released | 1978 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 84.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2500 mm |