1972 Alpine A 310 vs. 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alpine A 310 (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (112 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 200 kg more than 1972 Alpine A 310.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 Alpine A 310 (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alpine A 310 | 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Alpine | Mazda |
Model | A 310 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |