1955 Alpine A 106 vs. 1990 Mazda 323
To start off, 1990 Mazda 323 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mazda 323 (56 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1955 Alpine A 106. (20 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1955 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda 323 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1955 Alpine A 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Alpine A 106 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 1955 Alpine A 106. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 323, 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 Mazda 323 (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alpine A 106 | 1990 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Alpine | Mazda |
| Model | A 106 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2460 mm |
