1971 Alpine A 310 vs. 1979 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 1979 Chrysler Newport is newer by 8 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chrysler Newport (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 310. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 970 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.
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, 1979 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 310. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler Newport 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 | 1979 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | Alpine | Chrysler |
| Model | A 310 | Newport |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1646 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3020 mm |
