1955 Alpine A 106 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 51 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 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1955 Alpine A 106. (20 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1955 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1830 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 2006 Chevrolet Express 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express 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 | 2006 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Alpine | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 106 | Express |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 5324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 117 L |
