1980 Alpine A 310 vs. 2009 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alpine A 310 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 79 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 160 kg more than 1980 Alpine A 310.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1980 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alpine A 310 | 2009 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Alpine | Fiat |
Model | A 310 | Panda |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 35 L |