1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1625 kg more than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Because 2012 Toyota Sienna 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, 2012 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alpine A 106. 2012 Toyota Sienna 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 Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alpine A 106 | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Alpine | Toyota |
Model | A 106 | Sienna |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 266 HP |
Torque | 45 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 76 L |