1981 Alpine A 310 vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1981 Alpine A 310 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1981 Alpine A 310. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1981 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 445 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alpine A 310. (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart 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 | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Alpine | Dodge |
| Model | A 310 | Dart |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2830 mm |
