1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1971 Mazda Luce is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alpine A 108 would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 555 kg more than 1962 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, 1971 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alpine A 108 | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Alpine | Mazda |
| Model | A 108 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2510 mm |
