1955 Alpine A 106 vs. 2010 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2010 Jeep Patriot is newer by 55 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1955 Alpine A 106. (20 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1955 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 907 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 1955 Alpine A 106 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Alpine A 106. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Patriot, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Jeep Patriot (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Patriot 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 | 2010 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Alpine | Jeep |
| Model | A 106 | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1437 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 51 L |
