1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 1959 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1959 Isuzu Minx is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Isuzu Minx (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Isuzu Minx should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 475 kg more than 1957 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, 1959 Isuzu Minx (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1959 Isuzu Minx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Alpine A 106 | 1959 Isuzu Minx | |
Make | Alpine | Isuzu |
Model | A 106 | Minx |
Year Released | 1957 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2440 mm |