1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2010 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, 2010 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 51 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 844 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Alpine A 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daewoo Matiz (50 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daewoo Matiz should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Daewoo Matiz weights approximately 296 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, 2010 Daewoo Matiz, 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, 2010 Daewoo Matiz (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Daewoo Matiz 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 | 2010 Daewoo Matiz | |
| Make | Alpine | Daewoo |
| Model | A 106 | Matiz |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 35 L |
