1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 2001 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2001 Mazda B2500 is newer by 39 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda B2500 (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 1145 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.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Alpine A 108. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 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, 2001 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda B2500 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 | 2001 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Alpine | Mazda |
| Model | A 108 | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2990 mm |
