1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 1971 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 1997 Alpina B 10 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alpina B 10 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1971 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1971 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alpina B 10 (471 Nm) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 10 | 1971 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Alpina | Mazda |
| Model | B 10 | 110 S |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2360 mm |
