1971 Alpine A 310 vs. 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe
To start off, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,616 cc (2 cylinders), 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 310. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe weights approximately 270 kg more than 1971 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 310. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alpine A 310 | 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe | |
Make | Alpine | Mazda |
Model | A 310 | RX 4 Coupe |
Year Released | 1971 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1646 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2520 mm |