1973 Alpine A 310 vs. 2002 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2002 Kia Shuma is newer by 29 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 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alpine A 310 (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Shuma weights approximately 265 kg more than 1973 Alpine A 310.
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, 2002 Kia Shuma, 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, 1973 Alpine A 310 (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alpine A 310 | 2002 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Alpine | Kia |
| Model | A 310 | Shuma |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
