1976 Alpine A 310 vs. 1977 Skoda L
To start off, 1977 Skoda L 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 2,662 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 104 more horse power than 1977 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1977 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 191 kg more than 1977 Skoda L. 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 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 310 | 1977 Skoda L | |
| Make | Alpine | Skoda |
| Model | A 310 | L |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2662 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1016 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 38 L |
