1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Alpine A 610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Alpine A 610 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 92 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 257 kg more than 1993 Alpine A 610.
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) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (171 Nm). This means 1993 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpine A 610 | 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Alpine | Mazda |
| Model | A 610 | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1671 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1230 mm |
