1980 Alpine A 310 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1980 Alpine A 310.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Alpine A 310 (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alpine A 310 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Alpine | Rover |
| Model | A 310 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2510 mm |
