1976 Alpine A 310 vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1109 kg more than 1976 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Ford F-150 (343 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alpine A 310. 2004 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1976 Alpine A 310 has manual transmission. 1976 Alpine A 310 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 310 | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | A 310 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2662 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1016 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 98 L |
