1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1983 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1983 Toyota Blizzard 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Blizzard (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 705 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 1983 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Alpine A 106. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Blizzard (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Blizzard 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 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Alpine | Toyota |
| Model | A 106 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2030 mm |
