1972 Alpine A 310 vs. 1978 Chrysler 160
To start off, 1978 Chrysler 160 is newer by 6 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 1,639 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler 160 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alpine A 310 (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 260 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, 1972 Alpine A 310 (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 160. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alpine A 310 | 1978 Chrysler 160 | |
| Make | Alpine | Chrysler |
| Model | A 310 | 160 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2680 mm |
