1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 2002 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2002 Opel Speedster is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Alpine A 610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Alpine A 610 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2002 Opel Speedster. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 469 kg more than 2002 Opel Speedster. 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, 1993 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Speedster. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpine A 610 | 2002 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Alpine | Opel |
| Model | A 610 | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1120 mm |
