1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 46 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (43 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1931 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express 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 | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Alpine | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 106 | Express |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 5970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 2481 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 117 L |
