1973 Alpine A 310 vs. 2006 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2006 Dodge Dakota is newer by 33 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 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1973 Alpine A 310. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1973 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 944 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 2006 Dodge Dakota 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, 2006 Dodge Dakota 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, 2006 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Dakota 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 | 2006 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Alpine | Dodge |
| Model | A 310 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 3703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |
