1979 Alpine A 310 vs. 1999 Holden Astra
To start off, 1999 Holden Astra is newer by 20 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 29 more horse power than 1999 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Astra weights approximately 170 kg more than 1979 Alpine A 310.
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, 1999 Holden Astra, 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alpine A 310 | 1999 Holden Astra | |
Make | Alpine | Holden |
Model | A 310 | Astra |
Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2610 mm |