1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Panda weights approximately 610 kg more than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Because 2010 Fiat Panda 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, 2010 Fiat Panda 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, 2010 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Panda 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 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Alpine | Fiat |
| Model | A 106 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 69 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 35 L |
