1971 Alpine A 310 vs. 2009 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra is newer by 38 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Xterra (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 310. (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 1491 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.
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, 2009 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 310. (150 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Xterra 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 | 2009 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Alpine | Nissan |
Model | A 310 | Xterra |
Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1605 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |