1978 Alpine A 310 vs. 1988 Audi Coupe
To start off, 1988 Audi Coupe 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, 1988 Audi Coupe (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1978 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1978 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi Coupe weights approximately 336 kg more than 1978 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Audi Coupe (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alpine A 310 | 1988 Audi Coupe | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | A 310 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2560 mm |
