1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2003 Proton 300
To start off, 2003 Proton 300 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Proton 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Proton 300 (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Proton 300 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Proton 300 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1959 Alpine A 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Proton 300, 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, 2003 Proton 300 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Proton 300 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 | 2003 Proton 300 | |
| Make | Alpine | Proton |
| Model | A 106 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2450 mm |
