1971 Alpine A 310 vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear is newer by 24 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear (98 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 310. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear weights approximately 816 kg more than 1971 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 310. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alpine A 310 | 1995 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear | |
| Make | Alpine | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 310 | Delica Space Gear |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 1646 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2810 mm |
