1981 Alpine A 310 vs. 2011 Kia Rio
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alpine A 310 (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Rio weights approximately 110 kg more than 1981 Alpine A 310.
Because 1981 Alpine A 310 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Rio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Alpine A 310 (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rio. 2011 Kia Rio has automatic transmission and 1981 Alpine A 310 has manual transmission. 1981 Alpine A 310 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Rio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alpine A 310 | 2011 Kia Rio | |
Make | Alpine | Kia |
Model | A 310 | Rio |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |