1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse 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 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 875 kg more than 1959 Alpine A 106.
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 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 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 Mitsubishi Eclipse (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alpine A 106. 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse 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. 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alpine A 106 | 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Alpine | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 106 | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 145 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2570 mm |
