1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Altima weights approximately 843 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 1957 Alpine A 106 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Alpine A 106. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Altima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Altima 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 | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Alpine | Nissan |
| Model | A 106 | Altima |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 76 L |
