1955 Alpine A 106 vs. 2000 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2000 Dodge Ram is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1955 Alpine A 106. (20 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1955 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1546 kg more than 1955 Alpine A 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Alpine A 106. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alpine A 106 | 2000 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Alpine | Dodge |
| Model | A 106 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2790 mm |
