1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 41 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1395 kg more than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Because 2000 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer (325 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alpine A 106. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer 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. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alpine A 106 | 2000 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Alpine | Mercury |
Model | A 106 | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 4014 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 45 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2840 mm |