1978 Alpine A 310 vs. 2009 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Accent is newer by 31 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 40 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 334 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, 2009 Hyundai Accent, 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, 2009 Hyundai Accent (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Accent 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 | 2009 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Alpine | Hyundai |
Model | A 310 | Accent |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 17.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |