1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 1971 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1971 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1971 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 385 kg more than 1957 Alpine A 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda Cosmo (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alpine A 106 | 1971 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Alpine | Mazda |
| Model | A 106 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2210 mm |
