1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, 1985 Mazda 323 is newer by 28 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 1,070 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda 323 (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mazda 323 weights approximately 295 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, 1985 Mazda 323 (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda 323 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 | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Alpine | Mazda |
| Model | A 106 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1070 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2370 mm |
