1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1998 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 40 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Terios (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (43 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 500 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 1998 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Alpine A 106. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Terios will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Daihatsu Terios (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Terios 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 | 1998 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Alpine | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 106 | Terios |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 46 L |
