1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1994 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1994 Mercury Capri is newer by 36 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mercury Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercury Capri (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (43 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercury Capri weights approximately 530 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, 1994 Mercury Capri, 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, 1994 Mercury Capri (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Mercury Capri 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 | 1994 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Alpine | Mercury |
| Model | A 106 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2410 mm |
