1972 Alpine A 310 vs. 2004 Kia Retona
To start off, 2004 Kia Retona is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alpine A 310 (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1972 Alpine A 310.
Because 2004 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alpine A 310 | 2004 Kia Retona | |
Make | Alpine | Kia |
Model | A 310 | Retona |
Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2370 mm |