1973 Alpine A 310 vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 1994 Mazda 323 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alpine A 310 (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 323 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1973 Alpine A 310.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 323 (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alpine A 310 | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Alpine | Mazda |
| Model | A 310 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2620 mm |
