1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (240 HP) has 197 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106.
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, 2006 Nissan Quest (328 Nm) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan Quest 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 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Alpine | Nissan |
| Model | A 106 | Quest |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 76 L |
