1979 Alpine A 310 vs. 2001 Audi Allroad
To start off, 2001 Audi Allroad is newer by 22 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 60 more horse power than 2001 Audi Allroad. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi Allroad weights approximately 810 kg more than 1979 Alpine A 310.
Because 2001 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi Allroad 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, 2001 Audi Allroad (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alpine A 310 | 2001 Audi Allroad | |
Make | Alpine | Audi |
Model | A 310 | Allroad |
Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |