1983 Alpine A 310 vs. 1985 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1985 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alpine A 310 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) has 67 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alpine A 310 | 1985 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Alpine | Fiat |
| Model | A 310 | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 57 L |
