1983 Alpine A 310 vs. 1968 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1983 Alpine A 310 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1968 Lotus Seven. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1968 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1968 Lotus Seven. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alpine A 310 | 1968 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Alpine | Lotus |
| Model | A 310 | Seven |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2240 mm |
