1982 Alpine A 310 vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 23 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 84 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Toyota Yaris, 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (91 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1982 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Alpine A 310 | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Alpine | Toyota |
Model | A 310 | Yaris |
Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 66.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 944 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |