1983 Alpine A 310 vs. 1999 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 1999 Fiat Seicento is newer by 16 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1999 Fiat Seicento. 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, 1999 Fiat Seicento, 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1983 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alpine A 310 | 1999 Fiat Seicento | |
| Make | Alpine | Fiat |
| Model | A 310 | Seicento |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 35 L |
