1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 2005 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Honda Life is newer by 48 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 845 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Alpine A 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Alpine A 106 (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Alpine A 106 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Life weights approximately 235 kg more than 1957 Alpine A 106.
Because 2005 Honda Life 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, 2005 Honda Life 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, both vehicles can yield 57 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alpine A 106 | 2005 Honda Life | |
| Make | Alpine | Honda |
| Model | A 106 | Life |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2370 mm |
