1992 Alpine A 610 vs. 1977 Alpine A 310
To start off, 1992 Alpine A 610 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1977 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1977 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 434 kg more than 1977 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpine A 610 | 1977 Alpine A 310 | |
| Make | Alpine | Alpine |
| Model | A 610 | A 310 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1160 mm |
