1971 Alpine A 310 vs. 1966 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1971 Alpine A 310 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Triumph GT6 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 310. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Triumph GT6 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1971 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, 1966 Triumph GT6 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 310. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Triumph GT6 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 | 1966 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Alpine | Triumph |
| Model | A 310 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1646 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 44 L |
