1977 Alpine A 310 vs. 1999 Ford F-150
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1977 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1977 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1977 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 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, 1999 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alpine A 310 | 1999 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | A 310 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3050 mm |
