1976 Alpine A 310 vs. 2007 Ford Ikon
To start off, 2007 Ford Ikon is newer by 31 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 2,662 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 54 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ikon weights approximately 59 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, 2007 Ford Ikon, 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 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 310 | 2007 Ford Ikon | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | A 310 | Ikon |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2662 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1016 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 48 L |
