1973 Alpine A 310 vs. 2011 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2011 Ford Fusion is newer by 38 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Fusion (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1973 Alpine A 310. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1973 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Fusion weights approximately 665 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 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, 2011 Ford Fusion, 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, 2011 Ford Fusion (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Fusion 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 | 2011 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | A 310 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 233 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 | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
