1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1998 Kia Avella
To start off, 1998 Kia Avella 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 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Avella weights approximately 385 kg more than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Avella 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 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Alpine | Kia |
| Model | A 106 | Avella |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2400 mm |
