1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1992 Mazda 626
To start off, 1992 Mazda 626 is newer by 34 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda 626 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (43 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mazda 626 weights approximately 734 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.
Because 1958 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 1958 Alpine A 106. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mazda 626, 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, 1992 Mazda 626 (221 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda 626 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 | 1992 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Alpine | Mazda |
| Model | A 106 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2620 mm |
