1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2009 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2009 Ford Ranger 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Ranger (141 HP) has 92 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1295 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 Ford Ranger 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 Ford Ranger 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 Ford Ranger (330 Nm) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Ranger 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 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | A 106 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 141 HP |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 70 L |
