1985 Alpine V6 vs. 2002 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2002 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 685 more horse power than 1985 Alpine V6. (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1985 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alpine V6 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2002 Lotec C 1000.
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, 2002 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 760 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alpine V6. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alpine V6 | 2002 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | Alpine | Lotec |
| Model | V6 | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2848 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 843 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1150 mm |
