1980 Alpine A 310 vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 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, 1980 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Fiat 500 weights approximately 92 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, 2013 Fiat 500, 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alpine A 310 | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Alpine | Fiat |
Model | A 310 | 500 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1072 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 40 L |