1976 Alpine A 310 vs. 2011 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2011 Mazda Tribute is newer by 35 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, 2011 Mazda Tribute (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 468 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.
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, 2011 Mazda Tribute, 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, 2011 Mazda Tribute (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda Tribute 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 | 2011 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Alpine | Mazda |
| Model | A 310 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2662 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1016 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4442 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 66 L |
