1955 Alpine A 106 vs. 2010 Mazda 3
To start off, 2010 Mazda 3 is newer by 55 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 3 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1955 Alpine A 106. (20 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1955 Alpine A 106.
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, 2010 Mazda 3, 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, 2010 Mazda 3 (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 3 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 | 2010 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Alpine | Mazda |
| Model | A 106 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 55 L |
