1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1993 Toyota Carina is newer by 35 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Carina (72 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Carina weights approximately 669 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, 1993 Toyota Carina, 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, 1993 Toyota Carina (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Carina 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 | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Alpine | Toyota |
Model | A 106 | Carina |
Year Released | 1958 | 1993 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2590 mm |