1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1974 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 15 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 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 260 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, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alpine A 106 | 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Alpine | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 106 | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 43 L |
