1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 987 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 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Alpine A 106. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sportage 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 | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Alpine | Kia |
| Model | A 106 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| 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 | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1542 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 60 L |
