1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 1116 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 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 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Alpine | Mazda |
| Model | A 106 | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1671 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 74 L |
