1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1983 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1983 Nissan Prairie is newer by 24 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 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Prairie (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Prairie weights approximately 420 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.
Because 1959 Alpine A 106 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Alpine A 106. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Prairie, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Nissan Prairie (122 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Prairie 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 | 1983 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Alpine | Nissan |
| Model | A 106 | Prairie |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2520 mm |
