1979 Alpine A 310 vs. 2003 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 24 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 78 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (71 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda. 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, 2003 Fiat Panda, 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1979 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alpine A 310 | 2003 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Alpine | Fiat |
Model | A 310 | Panda |
Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 35 L |