1972 Alpine A 310 vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 36 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alpine A 310 (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1972 Alpine A 310.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato 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 | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Alpine | Fiat |
| Model | A 310 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
