1983 Alpine A 310 vs. 1995 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1983 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1983 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda RX-01 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1983 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alpine A 310 | 1995 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Alpine | Mazda |
| Model | A 310 | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 2614 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |
