1979 Alpine A 310 vs. 2012 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2012 Opel Vivaro is newer by 33 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 48 more horse power than 2012 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 633 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, 2012 Opel Vivaro, 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, 2012 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alpine A 310 | 2012 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Alpine | Opel |
Model | A 310 | Vivaro |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 90 L |