1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 50 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 706 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 2009 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado 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 | 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Alpine | Chevrolet |
Model | A 106 | Colorado |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 844 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 72 L |