1976 Alpine A 310 vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 20 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 43 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Carina weights approximately 166 kg more than 1976 Alpine A 310.
Because 1976 Alpine A 310 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (209 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alpine A 310 | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Alpine | Toyota |
Model | A 310 | Carina |
Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1420 mm |