1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2012 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2012 Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Camry (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Camry weights approximately 917 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 1959 Alpine A 106 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Alpine A 106. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Camry (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alpine A 106. 2012 Toyota Camry 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. 2012 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alpine A 106 | 2012 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Alpine | Toyota |
Model | A 106 | Camry |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
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 | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1472 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 64 L |