1978 Alpine A 310 vs. 1992 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 504 is newer by 14 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 48 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 504. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 192 kg more than 1978 Alpine A 310.
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:
| 1978 Alpine A 310 | 1992 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Alpine | Peugeot |
| Model | A 310 | 504 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2750 mm |
