1980 Alpine A 310 vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 33 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, 2013 Audi A3 (197 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1980 Alpine A 310. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1980 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 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, 2013 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alpine A 310. (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alpine A 310 | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | A 310 | A3 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2578 mm |
