1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 2003 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2003 GAZ 3111 is newer by 29 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 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1974 Alpine A 310. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 675 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, 2003 GAZ 3111 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 GAZ 3111 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 | 2003 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Alpine | GAZ |
| Model | A 310 | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 2285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2810 mm |
