1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 49 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1160 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.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (354 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 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 | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | A 106 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 98 L |
