1983 Alpine A 310 vs. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle
To start off, 1983 Alpine A 310 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 575 kg more 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, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle 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 | 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | |
Make | Alpine | Chevrolet |
Model | A 310 | Chevelle |
Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2663 cc | 5012 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 98.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 72 L |