1972 Alpine A 310 vs. 1972 Nissan Skyline
To start off, both 1972 Alpine A 310 and 1972 Nissan Skyline were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Skyline (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 Alpine A 310. (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1972 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 295 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, 1972 Nissan Skyline (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Skyline 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 | 1972 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Alpine | Nissan |
Model | A 310 | Skyline |
Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2650 mm |