1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2003 TVR Sagaris
To start off, 2003 TVR Sagaris 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR Sagaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Sagaris (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Sagaris should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 TVR Sagaris weights approximately 585 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.
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 TVR Sagaris (451 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Sagaris 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 TVR Sagaris | |
Make | Alpine | TVR |
Model | A 106 | Sagaris |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 844 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 57 L |