1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1994 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1994 Suzuki Alto is newer by 35 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 844 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Alpine A 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Alpine A 106 (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1994 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alpine A 106 should accelerate faster than 1994 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Suzuki Alto weights approximately 81 kg more than 1959 Alpine A 106.
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, 1994 Suzuki Alto, 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, 1994 Suzuki Alto (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1994 Suzuki Alto 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 | 1994 Suzuki Alto | |
Make | Alpine | Suzuki |
Model | A 106 | Alto |
Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 844 cc | 796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 636 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2180 mm |