1976 Alpine A 310 vs. 1977 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1977 Nissan Cherry is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,664 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 104 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1977 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Alpine A 310 (209 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 310 | 1977 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Alpine | Nissan |
| Model | A 310 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2400 mm |
