1980 Alpine A 310 vs. 1974 Fiat 128
To start off, 1980 Alpine A 310 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 128 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 85 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1974 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Alpine A 310 (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1980 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alpine A 310 | 1974 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Alpine | Fiat |
| Model | A 310 | 128 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
