1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 2007 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2007 Mazda Drifter is newer by 36 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 2,606 cc, 2007 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 110 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda Drifter.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Mazda Drifter (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda Drifter 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 | 2007 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Alpine | Mazda |
| Model | A 110 | Drifter |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1563 cc | 2606 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 82 L |
