1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1956 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1958 Alpine A 106 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jeep CJ5 (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 625 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 1956 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Alpine A 106. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Jeep CJ5 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, 1956 Jeep CJ5 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1956 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alpine A 106 | 1956 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Alpine | Jeep |
| Model | A 106 | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2060 mm |
