1983 Alpine A 310 vs. 2009 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 26 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 22 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 808 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, 2009 Fiat Ulysse, 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, 2009 Fiat Ulysse (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Ulysse 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 | 2009 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Alpine | Fiat |
| Model | A 310 | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
