1979 Alpine A 310 vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1979 Alpine A 310 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Skoda L 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1978 Skoda L. 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alpine A 310 | 1978 Skoda L | |
Make | Alpine | Skoda |
Model | A 310 | L |
Year Released | 1979 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1046 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 68.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 38 L |