1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Alpine A 610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Alpine A 610 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sorento. (188 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 285 kg more than 1993 Alpine A 610.
Because 2013 Kia Sorento is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Alpine A 610. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento 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, 1993 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sorento. (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sorento. 2013 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1993 Alpine A 610 has manual transmission. 1993 Alpine A 610 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpine A 610 | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Alpine | Kia |
| Model | A 610 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1699 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1745 mm |
