1976 Alpine A 310 vs. 2005 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2005 Ford Bantam is newer by 29 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Ford Bantam. (59 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Bantam weights approximately 138 kg more than 1976 Alpine A 310.
Because 1976 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 1976 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Bantam, 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, 1976 Alpine A 310 (209 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Bantam. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alpine A 310 | 2005 Ford Bantam | |
Make | Alpine | Ford |
Model | A 310 | Bantam |
Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1753 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1118 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 54 L |