1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2007 Nissan Commercial
To start off, 2007 Nissan Commercial is newer by 48 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 2,462 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Commercial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Commercial (112 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Commercial should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Commercial weights approximately 4955 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 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, 2007 Nissan Commercial, 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, 2007 Nissan Commercial (290 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Commercial 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 | 2007 Nissan Commercial | |
| Make | Alpine | Nissan |
| Model | A 106 | Commercial |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 5510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 2500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 100 L |
