1955 Alpine A 106 vs. 2005 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 50 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1955 Alpine A 106. (20 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1955 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 967 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, 2005 Ford Mustang (326 Nm) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mustang 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 | 2005 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Alpine | Ford |
Model | A 106 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 326 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 61 L |