1955 Alpine A 106 vs. 2006 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1955 Alpine A 106. (20 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1955 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1576 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 Honda Odyssey 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 Honda Odyssey 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 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alpine A 106. 2006 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1955 Alpine A 106 has manual transmission. 1955 Alpine A 106 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Alpine A 106 | 2006 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Alpine | Honda |
Model | A 106 | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 2106 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 79 L |