1971 Alpine A 310 vs. 1956 Tatra T603
To start off, 1971 Alpine A 310 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 310 (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1956 Tatra T603. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1956 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Tatra T603 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1971 Alpine A 310.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1956 Tatra T603 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 310. (150 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1956 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alpine A 310 | 1956 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Alpine | Tatra |
Model | A 310 | T603 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1956 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 1605 cc | 2545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2760 mm |