1973 Alpine A 310 vs. 1975 Volvo 66
To start off, 1975 Volvo 66 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alpine A 310 (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 66. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1975 Volvo 66. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alpine A 310 | 1975 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Alpine | Volvo |
| Model | A 310 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1390 mm |
