1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2004 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2004 Ford Mondeo is newer by 45 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 965 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, 2004 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2004 Ford Mondeo (178 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mondeo 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 | 2004 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | A 106 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 223 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 59 L |
