1979 Alpine A 310 vs. 2001 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall VX220 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 4 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall VX220. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall VX220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall VX220. 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, 1979 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall VX220. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall VX220.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alpine A 310 | 2001 Vauxhall VX220 | |
Make | Alpine | Vauxhall |
Model | A 310 | VX220 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 54 L |