2002 Alpina B3 vs. 1970 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2002 Alpina B3 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alpina B3 weights approximately 692 kg more than 1970 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alpina B3 | 1970 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Alpina | Mazda |
Model | B3 | Familia |
Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2200 mm |