1980 Alpine A 310 vs. 1971 Honda 1300
To start off, 1980 Alpine A 310 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1971 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1971 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Honda 1300, 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, 1980 Alpine A 310 (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alpine A 310 | 1971 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | Alpine | Honda |
| Model | A 310 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1296 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 35 L |
