1983 Alpine A 310 vs. 1970 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1983 Alpine A 310 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Suzuki Fronte 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 113 more horse power than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 188 kg more than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Suzuki Fronte, 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, 1983 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alpine A 310 | 1970 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Alpine | Suzuki |
| Model | A 310 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 785 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 66 L |
