1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 1982 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1982 Ford Telstar is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alpine A 310 (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1982 Ford Telstar. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Telstar weights approximately 205 kg more than 1974 Alpine A 310.
Because 1974 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 1974 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Ford Telstar, 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 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Telstar 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 | 1982 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | A 310 | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2520 mm |
