1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 1028 kg more than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Alpine A 106. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Alpine | Subaru |
| Model | A 106 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 65 L |
