1991 Alpine A 610 vs. 2001 Ford Mustang

To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang is newer by 10 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1991 Alpine A 610. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1991 Alpine A 610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mustang weights approximately 71 kg more than 1991 Alpine A 610. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Ford Mustang (414 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alpine A 610.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Alpine A 610 2001 Ford Mustang
Make Alpine Ford
Model A 610 Mustang
Year Released 1991 2001
Engine Size 2975 cc 4599 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 247 HP 265 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 357 Nm 414 Nm
Torque RPM 2900 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1414 kg 1485 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1200 mm 1340 mm