1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1985 Holden Drover
To start off, 1985 Holden Drover is newer by 26 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Holden Drover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Holden Drover (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Holden Drover should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Drover weights approximately 355 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 1985 Holden Drover 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, 1985 Holden Drover 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, 1985 Holden Drover (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1985 Holden Drover 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 | 1985 Holden Drover | |
Make | Alpine | Holden |
Model | A 106 | Drover |
Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 844 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2040 mm |