1978 Alpine A 310 vs. 2003 MG TF
To start off, 2003 MG TF is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alpine A 310 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 30 more horse power than 2003 MG TF. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2003 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MG TF weights approximately 216 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG TF. (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alpine A 310 | 2003 MG TF | |
Make | Alpine | MG |
Model | A 310 | TF |
Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 89.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |