1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 1997 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1997 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 40 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 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106.
Because 1997 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1997 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1997 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm). This means 1997 Toyota Bandeirante 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 | 1997 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Alpine | Toyota |
| Model | A 106 | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1930 mm |
