2005 Alpina B3 vs. 1970 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 35 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 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 905 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, 2005 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B3 | 1970 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Alpina | Mazda |
| Model | B3 | Familia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2200 mm |
