1977 Alpine A 310 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester 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, 1977 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 570 kg more than 1977 Alpine A 310.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Alpine | Subaru |
Model | A 310 | Forester |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |