1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1962 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1962 Toyota Crown is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Toyota Crown (80 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Toyota Crown weights approximately 705 kg more than 1958 Alpine A 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Toyota Crown (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alpine A 106 | 1962 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Alpine | Toyota |
| Model | A 106 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 75 L |
