1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1998 Mazda Levante
To start off, 1998 Mazda Levante 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda Levante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Levante (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda Levante weights approximately 705 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 Mazda Levante 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 Mazda Levante 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 Mazda Levante (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda Levante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alpine A 106. 1998 Mazda Levante has automatic transmission and 1958 Alpine A 106 has manual transmission. 1958 Alpine A 106 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mazda Levante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alpine A 106 | 1998 Mazda Levante | |
| Make | Alpine | Mazda |
| Model | A 106 | Levante |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2230 mm |
