1973 Alpine A 310 vs. 2006 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ducato 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 2,800 cc, 2006 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alpine A 310 (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ducato.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ducato 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 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Alpine | Fiat |
| Model | A 310 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 2800 cc |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 2480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
