1971 Alpine A 310 vs. 1993 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1993 TVR Griffith is newer by 22 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 310. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 TVR Griffith weights approximately 222 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, 1993 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 310. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Griffith 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 | 1993 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Alpine | TVR |
| Model | A 310 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1646 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |
