1971 Alpine A 310 vs. 2004 MG TF
To start off, 2004 MG TF is newer by 33 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 1,646 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG TF (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 310. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MG TF weights approximately 260 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, 2004 MG TF (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 310. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 MG TF 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 | 2004 MG TF | |
| Make | Alpine | MG |
| Model | A 310 | TF |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1646 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
