1977 Alpine A 310 vs. 1965 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1977 Alpine A 310 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1965 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alpine A 310 | 1965 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Alpine | Mazda |
| Model | A 310 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 782 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
