1957 Alpine A 108 vs. 1965 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1965 Mazda Familia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alpine A 108 would be higher. At 904 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Alpine A 108 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Alpine A 108 (49 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Alpine A 108 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mazda Familia weights approximately 190 kg more than 1957 Alpine A 108.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Alpine A 108 (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1957 Alpine A 108 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alpine A 108 | 1965 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Alpine | Mazda |
| Model | A 108 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 904 cc | 782 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 35 HP |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2200 mm |
