1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 2010 Mazda B4000

To start off, 2010 Mazda B4000 is newer by 52 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 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (43 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 630 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 2010 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Alpine A 106. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda B4000 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda B4000 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 2010 Mazda B4000
Make Alpine Mazda
Model A 106 B4000
Year Released 1958 2010
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 747 cc 4034 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 43 HP 207 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 45 Nm 323 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 550 kg 1180 kg
Vehicle Length 3700 mm 5160 mm
Vehicle Width 1450 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2110 mm 3200 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 28 L 74 L


 

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