1971 Alpine A 310 vs. 2005 Rover 25
To start off, 2005 Rover 25 is newer by 34 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, 1971 Alpine A 310 (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Rover 25. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 25 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1971 Alpine A 310.
Because 1971 Alpine A 310 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Rover 25, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 Alpine A 310 (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 25. (95 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1971 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alpine A 310 | 2005 Rover 25 | |
Make | Alpine | Rover |
Model | A 310 | 25 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1646 cc | 1119 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 62.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |