1972 Alpine A 310 vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1979 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 7 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 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alpine A 310 (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 150 kg more than 1972 Alpine A 310.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Sprinter 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 | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Alpine | Toyota |
Model | A 310 | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1588 cc |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2410 mm |