1977 Alpine A 110 vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, 1985 Mazda 323 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alpine A 110 (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mazda 323 weights approximately 152 kg more than 1977 Alpine A 110.
Because 1977 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 1977 Alpine A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 323, 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, 1977 Alpine A 110 (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alpine A 110 | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Alpine | Mazda |
| Model | A 110 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
