1973 Alpine A 310 vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 36 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1973 Alpine A 310. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1973 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1190 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 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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 | 2009 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Alpine | SsangYong |
| Model | A 310 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 78 L |
