1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 51 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 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1191 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 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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe, 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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 | 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Alpine | Hyundai |
Model | A 106 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 2701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 45 L |