1979 Alpine A 310 vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1979 Alpine A 310 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alpine A 310 (149 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 134 kg more than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alpine A 310 | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Alpine | Toyota |
| Model | A 310 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2380 mm |
