1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 1981 Mazda 323 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 1,069 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mazda 323 (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda 323 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1958 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, 1981 Mazda 323 (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1981 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alpine A 106 | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Alpine | Mazda |
Model | A 106 | 323 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1069 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 |