1983 Alpine A 310 vs. 2001 Suzuki EV Sport
To start off, 2001 Suzuki EV Sport is newer by 18 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 22 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki EV Sport weights approximately 465 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, 1983 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. (106 Nm). This means 1983 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. 2001 Suzuki EV Sport has automatic transmission and 1983 Alpine A 310 has manual transmission. 1983 Alpine A 310 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Suzuki EV Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alpine A 310 | 2001 Suzuki EV Sport | |
| Make | Alpine | Suzuki |
| Model | A 310 | EV Sport |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 398 cc |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2240 mm |
