1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 2005 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1761 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 2005 Nissan Titan 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, 2005 Nissan Titan 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, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan 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 Titan | |
| Make | Alpine | Nissan |
| Model | A 106 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 106 L |
