1972 Alpine A 310 vs. 1973 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1973 Holden Belmont is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alpine A 310 (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1973 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Holden Belmont weights approximately 515 kg more than 1972 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, 1973 Holden Belmont (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Holden Belmont 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 | 1973 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Alpine | Holden |
Model | A 310 | Belmont |
Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1605 cc | 2834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2830 mm |