1971 Alpine A 310 vs. 1973 Subaru R-2
To start off, 1973 Subaru R-2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 1,646 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 310 (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1973 Subaru R-2. (27 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru R-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1973 Subaru R-2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1971 Alpine A 310 (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru R-2. (40 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1971 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru R-2.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alpine A 310 | 1973 Subaru R-2 | |
Make | Alpine | Subaru |
Model | A 310 | R-2 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 1646 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 1930 mm |