1976 Alpine A 310 vs. 2002 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2002 Mazda B2500 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2002 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1976 Alpine A 310.
Because 2002 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1976 Alpine A 310 (209 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda B2500. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alpine A 310 | 2002 Mazda B2500 | |
Make | Alpine | Mazda |
Model | A 310 | B2500 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2990 mm |