1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1997 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1997 Nissan Patrol 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 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Patrol (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1433 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, 1997 Nissan Patrol, 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, 1997 Nissan Patrol (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Patrol 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 | 1997 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Alpine | Nissan |
Model | A 106 | Patrol |
Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 844 cc | 2826 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1988 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1810 mm |