1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 1974 Mazda 929
To start off, 1990 Alpine A 610 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine A 610 (248 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 344 kg more than 1974 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine A 610 | 1974 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Alpine | Mazda |
| Model | A 610 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1420 mm |
