1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 2005 Lada 2123
To start off, 2005 Lada 2123 is newer by 31 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lada 2123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alpine A 310 (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Lada 2123. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada 2123 weights approximately 501 kg more than 1974 Alpine A 310.
Because 2005 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lada 2123 will offer significantly more control. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada 2123. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alpine A 310 | 2005 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | Alpine | Lada |
| Model | A 310 | 2123 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2460 mm |
