1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 55 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 HP) has 124 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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, 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata (190 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm). This means 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alpine A 106. 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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. 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alpine A 106 | 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Alpine | Mazda |
| Model | A 106 | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 167 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3995 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1245 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 48 L |
