1979 Alpine A 310 vs. 1996 Rover 400
To start off, 1996 Rover 400 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alpine A 310 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 64 more horse power than 1996 Rover 400. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 400 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1979 Alpine A 310.
Because 1979 Alpine A 310 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Rover 400, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 400. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alpine A 310 | 1996 Rover 400 | |
Make | Alpine | Rover |
Model | A 310 | 400 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2630 mm |