1982 Alpine A 310 vs. 1974 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1982 Alpine A 310 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 504 kg more than 1974 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, 1982 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alpine A 310 | 1974 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Alpine | Suzuki |
| Model | A 310 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 30 L |
