1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2013 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2013 Honda Odyssey 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1517 kg more than 1959 Alpine A 106.
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 Honda Odyssey, 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 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alpine A 106. 2013 Honda Odyssey 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. 2013 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alpine A 106 | 2013 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Alpine | Honda |
| Model | A 106 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 245 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 2047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5152 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2011 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 80 L |
