1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1969 DAF 44
To start off, 1969 DAF 44 is newer by 11 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 842 cc (2 cylinders), 1969 DAF 44 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alpine A 106 (43 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alpine A 106 should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 DAF 44 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1958 Alpine A 106.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 DAF 44 (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 DAF 44 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 | 1969 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Alpine | DAF |
| Model | A 106 | 44 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2260 mm |
