1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corsa 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 1,452 cc, 1983 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corsa (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Corsa weights approximately 260 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Corsa (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corsa 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 Corsa | |
| Make | Alpine | Toyota |
| Model | A 106 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2510 mm |
