1984 Alpine A 310 vs. 2001 Tata Indica
To start off, 2001 Tata Indica is newer by 17 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 90 more horse power than 2001 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2001 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2001 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Tata Indica, 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Tata Indica. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alpine A 310 | 2001 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Alpine | Tata |
| Model | A 310 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2410 mm |
