1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 2004 Mazda 2
To start off, 2004 Mazda 2 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alpine A 110 (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 2 weights approximately 993 kg more than 1976 Alpine A 110.
Because 1976 Alpine A 110 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Alpine A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 2, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Mazda 2 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 110 | 2004 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Alpine | Mazda |
| Model | A 110 | 2 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
