1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2003 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2003 Infiniti FX is newer by 44 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti FX weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Infiniti FX (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alpine A 106. 2003 Infiniti FX 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. 2003 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alpine A 106 | 2003 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Alpine | Infiniti |
Model | A 106 | FX |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 276 HP |
Torque | 45 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2860 mm |