1980 Alpine A 310 vs. 1976 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1980 Alpine A 310 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Fulvia 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 34 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Fulvia. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 20 kg more than 1980 Alpine A 310.
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, 1976 Lancia Fulvia, 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Fulvia. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alpine A 310 | 1976 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Alpine | Lancia |
| Model | A 310 | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 38 L |
