1971 Alpine A 310 vs. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 28 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), 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 310. (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1265 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.
Because 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 310. (150 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Range Rover 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 | 1999 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Alpine | Land Rover |
Model | A 310 | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1605 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2750 mm |