1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 2000 Mazda 626
To start off, 2000 Mazda 626 is newer by 29 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 110 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda 626 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1971 Alpine A 110.
Because 1971 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 1971 Alpine A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda 626, 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, 2000 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 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 | 2000 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Alpine | Mazda |
Model | A 110 | 626 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1563 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 635 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |