1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1989 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1989 Honda Shuttle is newer by 31 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Shuttle (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 385 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.
Because 1958 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 1958 Alpine A 106. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Shuttle, 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, 1989 Honda Shuttle (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Shuttle 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 | 1989 Honda Shuttle | |
Make | Alpine | Honda |
Model | A 106 | Shuttle |
Year Released | 1958 | 1989 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2510 mm |