1955 Alpine A 106 vs. 1949 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1955 Alpine A 106 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Fiat 1500 (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1955 Alpine A 106. (20 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Fiat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1955 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1955 Alpine A 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alpine A 106 | 1949 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Alpine | Fiat |
| Model | A 106 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1949 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 35 L |
