1972 Alpine A 310 vs. 1981 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1981 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 9 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alpine A 310 (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 435 kg more than 1972 Alpine A 310.
Because 1981 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alpine A 310 | 1981 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Alpine | Toyota |
| Model | A 310 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2030 mm |
