1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1985 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1985 Nissan Stanza 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Stanza (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 325 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, 1985 Nissan Stanza, 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, 1985 Nissan Stanza (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alpine A 106. 1985 Nissan Stanza 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. 1985 Nissan Stanza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alpine A 106 | 1985 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Alpine | Nissan |
| Model | A 106 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2480 mm |
