1978 Alpine A 310 vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1978 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1978 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Alpine A 310 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 1978 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6, 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, 2010 Mazda 6 (364 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alpine A 310. 2010 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 1978 Alpine A 310 has manual transmission. 1978 Alpine A 310 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alpine A 310 | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Alpine | Mazda |
| Model | A 310 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
