1976 Alpine A 310 vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 37 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 9 more horse power than 2013 Ford Fusion. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fusion weights approximately 663 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, 2013 Ford Fusion, 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fusion. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alpine A 310 | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Alpine | Ford |
Model | A 310 | Fusion |
Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1643 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4872 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2121 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 53 L |