1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 110 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 577 kg more than 1971 Alpine A 110.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 626 (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alpine A 110 | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Alpine | Mazda |
| Model | A 110 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1563 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 635 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
