1984 Alpine A 310 vs. 2010 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2010 Fiat Ducato is newer by 26 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, 2010 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1984 Alpine A 310. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1984 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2010 Fiat Ducato.
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, 2010 Fiat Ducato, 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, 2010 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Ducato 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 | 2010 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Alpine | Fiat |
| Model | A 310 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 90 L |
