1976 Alpine A 310 vs. 2009 Kia Carens
To start off, 2009 Kia Carens 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 2,664 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 5 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carens. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carens weights approximately 539 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, 2009 Kia Carens, 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carens. (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1976 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alpine A 310 | 2009 Kia Carens | |
Make | Alpine | Kia |
Model | A 310 | Carens |
Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1519 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |