1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 50 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 474 kg more than 1958 Alpine A 106.
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, 2008 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2008 Toyota Yaris (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris 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 | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Alpine | Toyota |
| Model | A 106 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 42 L |
