1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1975 Chrysler Sedan
To start off, 1975 Chrysler Sedan is newer by 16 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 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Sedan (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 965 kg more than 1959 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, 1975 Chrysler Sedan (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alpine A 106. 1975 Chrysler Sedan 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. 1975 Chrysler Sedan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alpine A 106 | 1975 Chrysler Sedan | |
| Make | Alpine | Chrysler |
| Model | A 106 | Sedan |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 4342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2930 mm |
