1955 Alpine A 106 vs. 2005 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Jimny 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 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Jimny (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1955 Alpine A 106. (20 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1955 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 495 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 2005 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2005 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2005 Suzuki Jimny (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Jimny 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 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Alpine | Suzuki |
| Model | A 106 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 40 L |
