1975 Alpine A 310 vs. 2008 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2008 Kia Shuma is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alpine A 310 (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Kia Shuma. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Shuma weights approximately 381 kg more than 1975 Alpine A 310.
Because 1975 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 1975 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Shuma, 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, 2008 Kia Shuma (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alpine A 310 | 2008 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Alpine | Kia |
| Model | A 310 | Shuma |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
