1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2005 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2005 Mahindra CL 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 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mahindra CL (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mahindra CL should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mahindra CL weights approximately 745 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 Mahindra CL 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 Mahindra CL 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 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Mahindra CL 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 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Alpine | Mahindra |
| Model | A 106 | CL |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2040 mm |
