1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 1991 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1991 TVR Griffith 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 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 TVR Griffith (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1974 Alpine A 310. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1974 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 TVR Griffith weights approximately 235 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.
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, 1991 TVR Griffith (498 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 TVR Griffith 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 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Alpine | TVR |
| Model | A 310 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2290 mm |
