1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 2005 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2005 Nissan Primera 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Primera (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (43 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Primera weights approximately 923 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 Nissan Primera, 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 Nissan Primera (311 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Primera 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 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Alpine | Nissan |
| Model | A 106 | Primera |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 62 L |
