1979 Alpine A 310 vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa 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 93 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (56 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa. 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, 2005 Opel Corsa, 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (105 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1979 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alpine A 310 | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Alpine | Opel |
| Model | A 310 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1684 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 22.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 945 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
