1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 1972 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1999 Alpina B 10 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alpina B 10 (343 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1972 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alpina B 10 | 1972 Mazda Chante | |
Make | Alpina | Mazda |
Model | B 10 | Chante |
Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 358 cc |
Horse Power | 343 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2210 mm |