1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2007 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan 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 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2007 Nissan Titan 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, 2007 Nissan Titan 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, 2007 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alpine A 106. 2007 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1959 Alpine A 106 has manual transmission. 1959 Alpine A 106 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alpine A 106 | 2007 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Alpine | Nissan |
| Model | A 106 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 5550 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 317 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 106 L |
