1971 Alpine A 310 vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 34 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 310. (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 846 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, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 310. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 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 | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Alpine | Mazda |
| Model | A 310 | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1671 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 74 L |
