1971 Alpine A 310 vs. 2006 Ford E-150
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 35 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 310. (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 310.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 310. (150 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 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 | 2006 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | A 310 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 132 L |
