1979 Alpine A 310 vs. 2010 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2010 Nissan Versa is newer by 31 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 42 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Versa. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Versa weights approximately 161 kg more than 1979 Alpine A 310.
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, 2010 Nissan Versa, 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Versa. (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1979 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alpine A 310 | 2010 Nissan Versa | |
Make | Alpine | Nissan |
Model | A 310 | Versa |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1534 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |