1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1953 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1959 Alpine A 106 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 860 cc, 1953 Nissan Sports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Alpine A 106 (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alpine A 106 should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Nissan Sports weights approximately 195 kg more than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Alpine A 106 (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Alpine A 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alpine A 106 | 1953 Nissan Sports | |
Make | Alpine | Nissan |
Model | A 106 | Sports |
Year Released | 1959 | 1953 |
Engine Size | 844 cc | 860 cc |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 49 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2160 mm |