1977 Alpine A 310 vs. 2010 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2010 Ford Fusion is newer by 33 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Fusion (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1977 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1977 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Fusion weights approximately 510 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 1977 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 1977 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Ford Fusion (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Fusion 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 | 2010 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | A 310 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 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 | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 233 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 66 L |
