1972 Alpine A 310 vs. 1968 Triumph 2.5
To start off, 1972 Alpine A 310 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 2.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 2.5 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph 2.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph 2.5 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1972 Alpine A 310. (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph 2.5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Triumph 2.5 weights approximately 308 kg more than 1972 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, 1968 Triumph 2.5 (222 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph 2.5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alpine A 310 | 1968 Triumph 2.5 | |
| Make | Alpine | Triumph |
| Model | A 310 | 2.5 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1133 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
