1979 Alpine A 310 vs. 2004 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2004 Kia Sportage is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alpine A 310 (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alpine A 310 | 2004 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Alpine | Kia |
Model | A 310 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 245 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 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |