1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1997 Toyota Carina is newer by 39 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Carina (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (43 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Carina weights approximately 575 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, 1997 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, 1997 Toyota Carina (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 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 | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Alpine | Toyota |
Model | A 106 | Carina |
Year Released | 1958 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2590 mm |