1981 Alpine A 310 vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
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 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry 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 106 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 296 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Alpine A 310 (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alpine A 310 | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Alpine | Nissan |
| Model | A 310 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2340 mm |
