1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1972 AMC Matador
To start off, 1972 AMC Matador is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 1204 kg more than 1959 Alpine A 106.
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, 1972 AMC Matador (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alpine A 106. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1959 Alpine A 106 has manual transmission. 1959 Alpine A 106 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Matador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alpine A 106 | 1972 AMC Matador | |
| Make | Alpine | AMC |
| Model | A 106 | Matador |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 6571 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 255 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 468 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 105.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 76 L |
