1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 2002 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2002 Ford Mustang is newer by 45 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mustang (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1105 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, 2002 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mustang 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 | 2002 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | A 106 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 68 L |
