1979 Alpine A 310 vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 34 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 3 more horse power than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (146 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 360 kg more than 1979 Alpine A 310.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer significantly more control. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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1979 Alpine A 310 | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Alpine | Mitsubishi |
Model | A 310 | Lancer |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10:01:00 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1505 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2635 mm |