1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 2007 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2007 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 33 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Qashqai (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1974 Alpine A 310. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1974 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 590 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 2007 Nissan Qashqai 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, 2007 Nissan Qashqai 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, 2007 Nissan Qashqai (196 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Qashqai 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 | 2007 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Alpine | Nissan |
Model | A 310 | Qashqai |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |