1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 2002 Ford Puma
To start off, 2002 Ford Puma is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alpine A 610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alpine A 610 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine A 610 (248 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2002 Ford Puma. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 379 kg more than 2002 Ford Puma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Alpine A 610 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 1990 Alpine A 610. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Puma, 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, 1990 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Puma. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine A 610 | 2002 Ford Puma | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | A 610 | Puma |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1350 mm |
