1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1969 Mazda Luce is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alpine A 108 would be higher. At 2,618 cc, 1969 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Luce weights approximately 660 kg more than 1961 Alpine A 108. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1969 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alpine A 108 | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Alpine | Mazda |
| Model | A 108 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2618 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2590 mm |
