1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 42 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alpine A 110 (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1970 Alpine A 110.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Alpine A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alpine A 110. (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 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 | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Alpine | Mazda |
| Model | A 110 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 19.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
