1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2010 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2010 Honda Ridgeline 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 663 kg more than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Because 2010 Honda Ridgeline 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 Honda Ridgeline 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 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alpine A 106. 2010 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 1959 Alpine A 106 has manual transmission. 1959 Alpine A 106 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alpine A 106 | 2010 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Alpine | Honda |
| Model | A 106 | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 83 L |
