1975 Alpine A 310 vs. 1991 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Nova (200 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1975 Alpine A 310. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1975 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 613 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, 1991 Chevrolet Nova (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Nova 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 | 1991 Chevrolet Nova | |
| Make | Alpine | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 310 | Nova |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2830 mm |
