1979 Alpine A 310 vs. 2005 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 26 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 30 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (119 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 337 kg more than 1979 Alpine A 310.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 1979 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1979 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alpine A 310 | 2005 Honda HR-V | |
Make | Alpine | Honda |
Model | A 310 | HR-V |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1317 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |