1971 Alpine A 310 vs. 2001 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Swift is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 1,646 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 310 (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Swift, 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, 1971 Alpine A 310 (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1971 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alpine A 310 | 2001 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Alpine | Suzuki |
Model | A 310 | Swift |
Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1646 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2270 mm |