1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 2011 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 54 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Stavic (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 1368 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.
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, 2011 SsangYong Stavic (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alpine A 106. 2011 SsangYong Stavic has automatic transmission and 1957 Alpine A 106 has manual transmission. 1957 Alpine A 106 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alpine A 106 | 2011 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Alpine | SsangYong |
| Model | A 106 | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 80 L |
