1978 Alpine A 310 vs. 2002 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2002 Honda S-MX is newer by 24 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 19 more horse power than 2002 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S-MX weights approximately 346 kg more than 1978 Alpine A 310.
Because 2002 Honda S-MX 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, 2002 Honda S-MX 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, 1978 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1978 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alpine A 310 | 2002 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Alpine | Honda |
Model | A 310 | S-MX |
Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2510 mm |