1984 Alpine A 310 vs. 1999 Ford 021 C
To start off, 1999 Ford 021 C is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alpine A 310 (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1999 Ford 021 C. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford 021 C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford 021 C weights approximately 318 kg more than 1984 Alpine A 310.
Because 1984 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 1984 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford 021 C, 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, 1984 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford 021 C. (146 Nm). This means 1984 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford 021 C. 1999 Ford 021 C has automatic transmission and 1984 Alpine A 310 has manual transmission. 1984 Alpine A 310 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford 021 C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alpine A 310 | 1999 Ford 021 C | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | A 310 | 021 C |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 132 L |
