1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 1991 Nissan Presea
To start off, 1991 Nissan Presea is newer by 17 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 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alpine A 310 (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Presea. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Presea weights approximately 165 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, 1991 Nissan Presea, 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, 1974 Alpine A 310 (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Presea. (125 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Presea.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alpine A 310 | 1991 Nissan Presea | |
Make | Alpine | Nissan |
Model | A 310 | Presea |
Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2510 mm |