1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 52 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1510 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 2009 Kia Sorento 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, 2009 Kia Sorento 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento 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 | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Alpine | Kia |
| Model | A 106 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 80 L |
