1983 Alpine A 310 vs. 2011 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 28 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 59 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai ix20. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai ix20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai ix20 weights approximately 390 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, 2011 Hyundai ix20, 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, 2011 Hyundai ix20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai ix20 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 | 2011 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Alpine | Hyundai |
| Model | A 310 | ix20 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2615 mm |
