1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 2004 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2004 GMC Envoy is newer by 47 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 4,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 226 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1616 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, 2004 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Envoy 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 | 2004 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Alpine | GMC |
| Model | A 106 | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 4193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 275 HP |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 2171 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 95 L |
