1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 1989 Mazda 323
To start off, 1989 Mazda 323 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alpine A 310 (127 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 323. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda 323 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Alpine A 310 (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1974 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alpine A 310 | 1989 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Alpine | Mazda |
| Model | A 310 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
