1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 47 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1532 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, 2005 Kia Carnival, 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, 2005 Kia Carnival (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival 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 | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Alpine | Kia |
| Model | A 106 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 2087 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 75 L |
