1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1999 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1999 Honda Prelude is newer by 40 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Prelude (132 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Prelude weights approximately 685 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, 1999 Honda Prelude, 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, 1999 Honda Prelude (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Prelude 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 | 1999 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Alpine | Honda |
Model | A 106 | Prelude |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 844 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2590 mm |