1972 Alpine A 310 vs. 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro
To start off, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro is newer by 24 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 4,943 cc, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 617 more horse power than 1972 Alpine A 310. (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1972 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 831 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, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 754 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro 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 | 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro | |
Make | Alpine | Lotec |
Model | A 310 | Testa de Oro |
Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 1605 cc | 4943 cc |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 741 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1656 kg |