1977 Alpine A 310 vs. 2006 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 29 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Stavic (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1977 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1977 Alpine A 310.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 SsangYong Stavic (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alpine A 310. 2006 SsangYong Stavic has automatic transmission and 1977 Alpine A 310 has manual transmission. 1977 Alpine A 310 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alpine A 310 | 2006 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Alpine | SsangYong |
| Model | A 310 | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
