1983 Alpine A 310 vs. 1966 Alvis TF
To start off, 1983 Alpine A 310 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alvis TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alvis TF would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Alvis TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alvis TF (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1983 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alvis TF should accelerate faster than 1983 Alpine A 310.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1966 Alvis TF (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Alvis TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alpine A 310 | 1966 Alvis TF | |
| Make | Alpine | Alvis |
| Model | A 310 | TF |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |
