1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 1969 Ford Ranchero
To start off, 1969 Ford Ranchero is newer by 12 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 7,022 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Ford Ranchero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Ranchero (355 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Ranchero weights approximately 1010 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, 1969 Ford Ranchero (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 594 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Ranchero 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 | 1969 Ford Ranchero | |
Make | Alpine | Ford |
Model | A 106 | Ranchero |
Year Released | 1957 | 1969 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 7022 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 41 L |