1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (43 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 805 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 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Alpine | Toyota |
| Model | A 106 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 87 L |
