1981 Alpine A 310 vs. 1964 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1981 Alpine A 310 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alpine A 310 (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1964 Volvo P 1800. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1981 Alpine A 310.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Alpine A 310 (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo P 1800. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alpine A 310 | 1964 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Alpine | Volvo |
Model | A 310 | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |