1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 2008 Mazda 5
To start off, 2008 Mazda 5 is newer by 32 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 5 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 110. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 5 weights approximately 880 kg more than 1976 Alpine A 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Mazda 5, 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, 2008 Mazda 5 (360 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm). This means 2008 Mazda 5 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 | 2008 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Alpine | Mazda |
| Model | A 110 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1646 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
