1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1755 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 2010 Volkswagen T5 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 Volkswagen T5 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 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 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 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Alpine | Volkswagen |
Model | A 106 | T5 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 844 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 80 L |