1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 2006 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tundra is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tundra (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1974 Alpine A 310. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1974 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 530 kg more than 1974 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alpine A 310 | 2006 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Alpine | Toyota |
| Model | A 310 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
