1955 Alpine A 106 vs. 2001 Ford TE-50
To start off, 2001 Ford TE-50 is newer by 46 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 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford TE-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford TE-50 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1955 Alpine A 106. (20 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford TE-50 should accelerate faster than 1955 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford TE-50 weights approximately 1136 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Ford TE-50 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford TE-50 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 | 2001 Ford TE-50 | |
Make | Alpine | Ford |
Model | A 106 | TE-50 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 4940 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1666 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 68 L |