1973 Alpine A 310 vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo is newer by 31 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alpine A 310 (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 875 kg more than 1973 Alpine A 310.
Because 2004 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Renault Kangoo 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 Renault Kangoo (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alpine A 310 | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Alpine | Renault |
| Model | A 310 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
