1973 Alpine A 310 vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 5 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 75 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 35 kg more than 1973 Alpine A 310.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Alpine A 310 (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alpine A 310 | 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Alpine | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 310 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2350 mm |
