1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1983 Alpine A 310
To start off, 1983 Alpine A 310 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 18 kg more than 1983 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 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1983 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1983 Alpine A 310 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alpine |
Model | Alfetta | A 310 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 38 L |