1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 1972 Rover 2000
To start off, 1974 Alpine A 310 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alpine A 310 (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1972 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover 2000 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1974 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, 1972 Rover 2000 (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alpine A 310 | 1972 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Alpine | Rover |
| Model | A 310 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2640 mm |
