1983 Alpine A 310 vs. 1984 Dodge Colt
To start off, 1984 Dodge Colt is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alpine A 310 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 61 more horse power than 1984 Dodge Colt. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Dodge Colt weights approximately 170 kg more than 1983 Alpine A 310.
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, 1984 Dodge Colt, 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge Colt. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alpine A 310 | 1984 Dodge Colt | |
| Make | Alpine | Dodge |
| Model | A 310 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2630 mm |
