1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 1995 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 1995 Toyota Corolla is newer by 21 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 22 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 267 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, 1995 Toyota Corolla, 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Corolla. 1995 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1974 Alpine A 310 has manual transmission. 1974 Alpine A 310 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1974 Alpine A 310 1995 Toyota Corolla
Make Alpine Toyota
Model A 310 Corolla
Year Released 1974 1995
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 1605 cc 1587 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 127 HP 105 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 146 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 825 kg 1092 kg
Vehicle Length 4190 mm 4100 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1160 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2280 mm 2470 mm


 

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