1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 52 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 731 kg more than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Colorado 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 | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Alpine | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 106 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 72 L |
