1981 Alpine A 310 vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1981 Alpine A 310 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Suzuki Fronte 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 117 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alpine A 310 | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Alpine | Suzuki |
| Model | A 310 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2040 mm |
