1984 Alpine A 310 vs. 1970 Fiat 130
To start off, 1984 Alpine A 310 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1984 Alpine A 310. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1984 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1984 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alpine A 310 | 1970 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Alpine | Fiat |
| Model | A 310 | 130 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
