1980 Alpine A 310 vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 29 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 305 kg more than 1980 Alpine A 310.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (251 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alpine A 310. (203 Nm). This means 2009 Kia Sportage 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 | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Alpine | Kia |
Model | A 310 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
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 |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 251 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1285 kg |
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 | 58 L |