1971 Alpine A 310 vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 1979 Skoda L 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 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 310 (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Alpine A 310 (150 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alpine A 310 | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Alpine | Skoda |
| Model | A 310 | L |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
