1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2005 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 46 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Trajet (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 1326 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, 2005 Hyundai Trajet, 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, 2005 Hyundai Trajet (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alpine A 106. 2005 Hyundai Trajet 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. 2005 Hyundai Trajet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alpine A 106 | 2005 Hyundai Trajet | |
| Make | Alpine | Hyundai |
| Model | A 106 | Trajet |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 65 L |
