1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 17 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (173 HP) has 130 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Alpine A 106. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster 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, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (373 Nm) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster 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 | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Alpine | Plymouth |
| Model | A 106 | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 173 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1890 mm |
