1977 Alpine A 310 vs. 1995 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1995 Opel Calibra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1995 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Calibra weights approximately 210 kg more than 1977 Alpine A 310.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Calibra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1977 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alpine A 310 | 1995 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Alpine | Opel |
| Model | A 310 | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2610 mm |
