1991 Alpine A 610 vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alpine A 610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alpine A 610 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 43 kg more than 1991 Alpine A 610.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Alpine A 610. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1991 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1991 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpine A 610 | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Alpine | Kia |
| Model | A 610 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1660 mm |
