1955 Alpine A 106 vs. 2004 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 49 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 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1955 Alpine A 106. (20 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1955 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1735 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter 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 | 2004 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Alpine | Dodge |
| Model | A 106 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 2265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 2620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 4020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 98 L |
