1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 2007 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2007 Mazda Drifter is newer by 46 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 2,606 cc, 2007 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda Drifter (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Mazda Drifter (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda Drifter 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 | 2007 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Alpine | Mazda |
| Model | A 108 | Drifter |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2606 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 82 L |
