1971 Alpine A 310 vs. 1996 GAZ 3110
To start off, 1996 GAZ 3110 is newer by 25 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 3,378 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 GAZ 3110 (191 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 310. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 640 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, 1996 GAZ 3110 (309 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 310. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 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 | 1996 GAZ 3110 | |
Make | Alpine | GAZ |
Model | A 310 | 3110 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1646 cc | 3378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 309 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2810 mm |