1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 55 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1095 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang 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 | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Alpine | Ford |
Model | A 106 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 61 L |