1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada 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 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (43 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 990 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 2006 Nissan Armada 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, 2006 Nissan Armada 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, 2006 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada 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 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Alpine | Nissan |
Model | A 106 | Armada |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 5555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 106 L |