1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2002 Suzuki Twin
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Twin 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 844 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Alpine A 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Alpine A 106 (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Twin. (42 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alpine A 106 should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Twin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Suzuki Twin weights approximately 5 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 Suzuki Twin, 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, both vehicles can yield 57 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alpine A 106 | 2002 Suzuki Twin | |
| Make | Alpine | Suzuki |
| Model | A 106 | Twin |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 2740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 1810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 21 L |
