1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1998 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 39 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Terios (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 495 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 1998 Daihatsu Terios 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, 1998 Daihatsu Terios 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, 1998 Daihatsu Terios (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Terios 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 | 1998 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Alpine | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 106 | Terios |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 46 L |
