1978 Alpine A 310 vs. 1988 Audi 80
To start off, 1988 Audi 80 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alpine A 310 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 74 more horse power than 1988 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi 80 weights approximately 36 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, 1988 Audi 80, 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alpine A 310 | 1988 Audi 80 | |
Make | Alpine | Audi |
Model | A 310 | 80 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2550 mm |