1980 Alpine A 310 vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 is newer by 32 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 38 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 408.
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, 2012 Peugeot 408, 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 408. 2012 Peugeot 408 has automatic transmission and 1980 Alpine A 310 has manual transmission. 1980 Alpine A 310 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Peugeot 408 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1980 Alpine A 310 | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
Make | Alpine | Peugeot |
Model | A 310 | 408 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1525 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2710 mm |