1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1987 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1987 Toyota Model F is newer by 28 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 1,811 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Model F weights approximately 770 kg more than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Toyota Model F (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Model F 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 | 1987 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Alpine | Toyota |
| Model | A 106 | Model F |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1811 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2240 mm |
