1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1982 Toyota Celica 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 2,563 cc, 1982 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alpine A 310 (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Celica. (119 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Celica weights approximately 355 kg more than 1974 Alpine A 310.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Alpine | Toyota |
| Model | A 310 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2640 mm |
