1981 Alpine A 310 vs. 1999 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 1999 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alpine A 310 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 21 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 80 kg more than 1981 Alpine A 310.
Because 1981 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 1981 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Barchetta, 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, 1981 Alpine A 310 (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1981 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alpine A 310 | 1999 Fiat Barchetta | |
Make | Alpine | Fiat |
Model | A 310 | Barchetta |
Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2280 mm |