1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 1973 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 1993 Alpine A 610 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1973 Mazda RX-4. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 304 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-4. 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, 1993 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Alpine A 610 | 1973 Mazda RX-4 | |
Make | Alpine | Mazda |
Model | A 610 | RX-4 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1390 mm |