1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1996 Mazda Levante
To start off, 1996 Mazda Levante is newer by 37 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda Levante is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda Levante weights approximately 730 kg more than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Because 1996 Mazda Levante 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, 1996 Mazda Levante 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, 1996 Mazda Levante (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda Levante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alpine A 106. 1996 Mazda Levante 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. 1996 Mazda Levante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alpine A 106 | 1996 Mazda Levante | |
| Make | Alpine | Mazda |
| Model | A 106 | Levante |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2230 mm |
