1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco is newer by 14 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 5,895 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (43 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 1370 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, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco 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 | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Alpine | Dodge |
| Model | A 106 | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 5895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3110 mm |
