1979 Alpine A 310 vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alpine A 310 (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1979 Alpine A 310.
Because 1979 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 1979 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1979 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alpine A 310 | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Alpine | Mazda |
Model | A 310 | 6 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |