1978 Alpine A 310 vs. 2005 Kia K2700
To start off, 2005 Kia K2700 is newer by 27 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 2,665 cc, 2005 Kia K2700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia K2700 weights approximately 546 kg more than 1978 Alpine A 310.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1978 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia K2700. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia K2700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alpine A 310 | 2005 Kia K2700 | |
| Make | Alpine | Kia |
| Model | A 310 | K2700 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2665 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 94.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1530 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
