1982 Alpine A 310 vs. 1995 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1995 Toyota Celica is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Alpine A 310 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 34 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Celica. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Celica weights approximately 111 kg more than 1982 Alpine A 310.
Because 1982 Alpine A 310 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Celica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Celica. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1982 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alpine A 310 | 1995 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Alpine | Toyota |
| Model | A 310 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
