1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 53 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 1311 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 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 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 | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Alpine | Mazda |
Model | A 106 | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 844 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 70 L |