1978 Alpine A 310 vs. 2001 Ford Focus
To start off, 2001 Ford Focus is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Focus weights approximately 266 kg more than 1978 Alpine A 310.
Because 1978 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 1978 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Focus, 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, 2001 Ford Focus (386 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alpine A 310 | 2001 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | A 310 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2620 mm |
