1981 Alpine A 310 vs. 1971 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1981 Alpine A 310 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1981 Alpine A 310. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1981 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 520 kg more than 1981 Alpine A 310. 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, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alpine A 310. (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alpine A 310 | 1971 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Alpine | Chrysler |
| Model | A 310 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 5211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2830 mm |
