1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1970 Alpine A 110. (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1970 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 795 kg more than 1970 Alpine A 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Alpine A 110 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Alpine A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Mazda Tribute (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alpine A 110. (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alpine A 110 | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Alpine | Mazda |
| Model | A 110 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.7 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 57 L |
