1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2005 Proton 400
To start off, 2005 Proton 400 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Proton 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Proton 400 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1959 Alpine A 106.
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 Proton 400, 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 Proton 400 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Proton 400 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 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Alpine | Proton |
| Model | A 106 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2510 mm |
