1976 Alpine A 310 vs. 2009 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2009 Ford Kuga is newer by 33 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 14 more horse power than 2009 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Kuga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Kuga weights approximately 524 kg more than 1976 Alpine A 310.
Because 2009 Ford Kuga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Kuga 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, 2009 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 310 | 2009 Ford Kuga | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | A 310 | Kuga |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2662 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1016 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 53 L |
