1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2004 Holden Combo
To start off, 2004 Holden Combo 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Holden Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Combo (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Combo should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Combo weights approximately 645 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, 2004 Holden Combo, 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 Holden Combo (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Combo 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 Holden Combo | |
| Make | Alpine | Holden |
| Model | A 106 | Combo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2720 mm |
