2004 Acura CL vs. 1958 Alpine A 106
To start off, 2004 Acura CL is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (43 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura CL weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1958 Alpine A 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Alpine A 106. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Acura CL, 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, 2004 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alpine A 106. 2004 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 1958 Alpine A 106 has manual transmission. 1958 Alpine A 106 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura CL | 1958 Alpine A 106 | |
| Make | Acura | Alpine |
| Model | CL | A 106 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 28 L |
