1979 Alpine A 310 vs. 1991 Renault 4
To start off, 1991 Renault 4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alpine A 310 (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1991 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1991 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Renault 4, 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, 1979 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alpine A 310 | 1991 Renault 4 | |
Make | Alpine | Renault |
Model | A 310 | 4 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 62 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2410 mm |