1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 1999 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 42 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP) has 138 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1999 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm). This means 1999 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alpine A 106. 1999 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1957 Alpine A 106 has manual transmission. 1957 Alpine A 106 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Alpine A 106 | 1999 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Alpine | Land Rover |
Model | A 106 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 181 HP |
Torque | 45 Nm | 340 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1950 mm |