1975 Alpine A 310 vs. 1956 Chrysler C
To start off, 1975 Alpine A 310 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chrysler C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chrysler C would be higher. At 5,801 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chrysler C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chrysler C (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1975 Alpine A 310. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler C should accelerate faster than 1975 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler C weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1975 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, 1956 Chrysler C (560 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Alpine A 310 | 1956 Chrysler C | |
Make | Alpine | Chrysler |
Model | A 310 | C |
Year Released | 1975 | 1956 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1604 cc | 5801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3210 mm |