1972 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1983 Alpine A 310
To start off, 1983 Alpine A 310 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior weights approximately 50 kg more than 1983 Alpine A 310.
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, 1983 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1983 Alpine A 310 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alpine |
Model | Junior | A 310 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2280 mm |