1965 Alpine A 110 vs. 1990 Mazda 626
To start off, 1990 Mazda 626 is newer by 25 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mazda 626 (116 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1965 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1965 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda 626 weights approximately 730 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.
Because 1990 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Alpine A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 626 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alpine A 110 | 1990 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Alpine | Mazda |
| Model | A 110 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2580 mm |
