1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 48 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (43 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1165 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger 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 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Alpine | Ford |
Model | A 106 | Ranger |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 82 L |