1983 Alpine A 310 vs. 1975 Renault 5
To start off, 1983 Alpine A 310 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1975 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1975 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Renault 5, 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, 1983 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alpine A 310 | 1975 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Alpine | Renault |
| Model | A 310 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2410 mm |
