1980 Alpine A 310 vs. 2013 Honda Fit
To start off, 2013 Honda Fit 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 33 more horse power than 2013 Honda Fit. (115 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Fit weights approximately 165 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 Honda Fit, 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alpine A 310 | 2013 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Alpine | Honda |
| Model | A 310 | Fit |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.4 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 40 L |
