1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1992 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1992 Ford Fiesta is newer by 33 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Fiesta (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 405 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, 1992 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1992 Ford Fiesta (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Fiesta 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 | 1992 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Alpine | Ford |
Model | A 106 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 844 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 42 L |