1971 Alpine A 310 vs. 1985 Mazda 626
To start off, 1985 Mazda 626 is newer by 14 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 310 (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 626. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mazda 626 weights approximately 211 kg more than 1971 Alpine A 310.
Because 1971 Alpine A 310 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 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Mazda 626 (157 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 310. (150 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda 626 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 | 1985 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Alpine | Mazda |
Model | A 310 | 626 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1036 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2520 mm |