1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 41 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 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 110 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 6. (127 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 6 weights approximately 915 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, 2012 Mazda 6, 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, 2012 Mazda 6 (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alpine A 110. 2012 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 1971 Alpine A 110 has manual transmission. 1971 Alpine A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alpine A 110 | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Alpine | Mazda |
| Model | A 110 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1563 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 635 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
