1978 Alpine A 310 vs. 2009 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice 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, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1978 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1978 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pontiac Solstice weights approximately 345 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (353 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Solstice 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 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Alpine | Pontiac |
| Model | A 310 | Solstice |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 49 L |
