1983 Alpine A 310 vs. 2001 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2001 Daewoo Magnus is newer by 18 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 37 more horse power than 2001 Daewoo Magnus. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 376 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, 2001 Daewoo Magnus, 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daewoo Magnus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alpine A 310 | 2001 Daewoo Magnus | |
| Make | Alpine | Daewoo |
| Model | A 310 | Magnus |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1450 mm |
