1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable 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 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (43 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 1038 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, 2004 Mercury Sable, 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, 2004 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alpine A 106. 2004 Mercury Sable 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. 2004 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alpine A 106 | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Alpine | Mercury |
| Model | A 106 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 85 L |
