1972 Alpine A 310 vs. 1983 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1983 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 11 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 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alpine A 310 (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 305 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, 1983 Nissan Bluebird (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Bluebird 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 | 1983 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Alpine | Nissan |
| Model | A 310 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2530 mm |
