1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2005 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Jimny 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Jimny (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 480 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 Suzuki Jimny 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 Suzuki Jimny 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 Suzuki Jimny (104 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Jimny 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 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Alpine | Suzuki |
| Model | A 106 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 40 L |
