1980 Alpine A 310 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo 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 34 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 229 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, 2009 Volkswagen Polo, 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alpine A 310 | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Alpine | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 310 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1209 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
