1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6
To start off, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is newer by 47 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 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 | 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | |
| Make | Alpine | Mazda |
| Model | A 106 | MazdaSpeed6 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 60 L |
