1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (37 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1959 Alpine A 106 | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Alpine | Volkswagen |
Model | A 106 | Tiguan |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 904 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 64 L |