1973 Alpine A 310 vs. 1997 Kia Joice
To start off, 1997 Kia Joice is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1973 Alpine A 310. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1973 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Joice weights approximately 560 kg more than 1973 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Alpine A 310 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Kia Joice, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alpine A 310. 1997 Kia Joice has automatic transmission and 1973 Alpine A 310 has manual transmission. 1973 Alpine A 310 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Kia Joice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alpine A 310 | 1997 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Alpine | Kia |
| Model | A 310 | Joice |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2730 mm |
