1973 Alpine A 310 vs. 1982 Dodge 600
To start off, 1982 Dodge 600 is newer by 9 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 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alpine A 310 (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1982 Dodge 600. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1982 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Dodge 600 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1973 Alpine A 310.
Because 1973 Alpine A 310 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Dodge 600, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Dodge 600 (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1982 Dodge 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alpine A 310 | 1982 Dodge 600 | |
| Make | Alpine | Dodge |
| Model | A 310 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2630 mm |
