1983 Alpine A 310 vs. 2001 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 607 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, 2001 Peugeot 607 (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1983 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1983 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1983 Alpine A 310. 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, 2001 Peugeot 607, 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, 2001 Peugeot 607 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alpine A 310 | 2001 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Alpine | Peugeot |
| Model | A 310 | 607 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| 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 | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 66 L |
