1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 54 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 598 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, 2013 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2013 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fiesta 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 | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Alpine | Ford |
Model | A 106 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 844 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1153 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4067 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 45 L |