1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 30 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1974 Alpine A 310. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1974 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 681 kg more than 1974 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, 2004 Mazda Tribute (266 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alpine A 310 | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Alpine | Mazda |
| Model | A 310 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
