1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 161 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1362 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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 | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Alpine | Mercury |
| Model | A 106 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1917 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 85 L |
