1965 Alpine A 110 vs. 1989 Mazda 929
To start off, 1989 Mazda 929 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda 929 (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1965 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1965 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda 929 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1965 Alpine A 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alpine A 110 | 1989 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Alpine | Mazda |
| Model | A 110 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2720 mm |
