1975 Alpine A 310 vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,872 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alpine A 310 (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1026 kg more than 1975 Alpine A 310.
Because 2008 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Alpine | SsangYong |
| Model | A 310 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 2872 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
