1978 Alpine A 310 vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 30 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 10 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 776 kg more than 1978 Alpine A 310.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage 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, 2008 Kia Sportage (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage 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 | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Alpine | Kia |
Model | A 310 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 58 L |