1984 Alpine A 310 vs. 1991 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1991 Honda Concerto is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alpine A 310 (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1991 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Concerto weights approximately 55 kg more than 1984 Alpine A 310.
Because 1984 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 1984 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Honda Concerto, 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, 1984 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm). This means 1984 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alpine A 310 | 1991 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | Alpine | Honda |
| Model | A 310 | Concerto |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2560 mm |
