1980 Alpine A 310 vs. 2006 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2006 Infiniti FX is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti FX (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1980 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1980 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Infiniti FX weights approximately 340 kg more than 1980 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti FX 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, 2006 Infiniti FX (367 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alpine A 310. (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alpine A 310 | 2006 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Alpine | Infiniti |
| Model | A 310 | FX |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 90 L |
