1971 Alpine A 310 vs. 1975 MG MGB
To start off, 1975 MG MGB is newer by 4 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 MG MGB (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 310. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 MG MGB should accelerate faster 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, 1975 MG MGB (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 310. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 MG MGB 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 | 1975 MG MGB | |
| Make | Alpine | MG |
| Model | A 310 | MGB |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1646 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
