1978 Alpine A 310 vs. 1974 Rover 2000
To start off, 1978 Alpine A 310 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1974 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1974 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Rover 2000 weights approximately 311 kg more than 1978 Alpine A 310.
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, 1978 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1978 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alpine A 310 | 1974 Rover 2000 | |
Make | Alpine | Rover |
Model | A 310 | 2000 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1976 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2640 mm |