1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 1433 kg more than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Because 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alpine A 106. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 Toyota FJ Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1959 Alpine A 106 | 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | Alpine | Toyota |
Model | A 106 | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 256 HP |
Torque | 45 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1963 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 72 L |