1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 is newer by 43 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 955 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, 2002 Mazda 6, 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, 2002 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 6 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 | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Alpine | Mazda |
| Model | A 106 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 120 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 65 L |
