1976 Alpine A 310 vs. 1963 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1976 Alpine A 310 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 2,662 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 476 kg more than 1963 Steyr 700C. 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, 1976 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 310 | 1963 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Alpine | Steyr |
| Model | A 310 | 700C |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 2662 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1016 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 1950 mm |
