1972 Alpine A 310 vs. 1976 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1976 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 4 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Reliant Scimitar (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 Alpine A 310. (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1972 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 440 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, 1976 Reliant Scimitar (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 Reliant Scimitar 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 | 1976 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Alpine | Reliant |
| Model | A 310 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 27 L |
