1981 Alpine A 310 vs. 2004 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2004 Honda FR-V is newer by 23 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 11 more horse power than 2004 Honda FR-V. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda FR-V weights approximately 715 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, 2004 Honda FR-V, 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, 2004 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alpine A 310. (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alpine A 310 | 2004 Honda FR-V | |
Make | Alpine | Honda |
Model | A 310 | FR-V |
Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 16.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 58 L |