1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 39 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 110. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 110.
Because 2010 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Alpine A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 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 | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Alpine | Mazda |
| Model | A 110 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
