1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1997 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 1997 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 38 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 895 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 1997 Honda Step Wagon 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, 1997 Honda Step Wagon 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, 1997 Honda Step Wagon (186 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alpine A 106. 1997 Honda Step Wagon 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. 1997 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alpine A 106 | 1997 Honda Step Wagon | |
| Make | Alpine | Honda |
| Model | A 106 | Step Wagon |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2810 mm |
