1983 Alpine A 310 vs. 1975 Simca 1307
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 Simca 1307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1307 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 81 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1307. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1307 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1983 Alpine A 310.
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 Simca 1307, 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1307. (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alpine A 310 | 1975 Simca 1307 | |
| Make | Alpine | Simca |
| Model | A 310 | 1307 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 58 L |
