1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 1991 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1991 Toyota Previa 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 2,436 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1974 Alpine A 310. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1974 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Previa weights approximately 790 kg more than 1974 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Toyota Previa, 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, 1991 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Previa 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 | 1991 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Alpine | Toyota |
| Model | A 310 | Previa |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 2436 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
