1981 Alpine A 310 vs. 1955 Triumph TR3
To start off, 1981 Alpine A 310 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Triumph TR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Triumph TR3 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alpine A 310 (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1955 Triumph TR3. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1955 Triumph TR3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1955 Triumph TR3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Alpine A 310 (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Triumph TR3. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Triumph TR3.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alpine A 310 | 1955 Triumph TR3 | |
Make | Alpine | Triumph |
Model | A 310 | TR3 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1955 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 29 L |