1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1370 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 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Alpine | Mercury |
Model | A 106 | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 844 cc | 4013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 85 L |