1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1976 Alpine A 110 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,646 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alpine A 110 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 420 kg more than 1976 Alpine A 110.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Alpine A 110 (128 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm). This means 1976 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 110 | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Alpine | Mazda |
| Model | A 110 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1646 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2510 mm |
