1955 Alpine A 106 vs. 1956 Porsche 356
To start off, 1956 Porsche 356 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Porsche 356 (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1955 Alpine A 106. (20 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1955 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Porsche 356 weights approximately 220 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 | 1956 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Alpine | Porsche |
| Model | A 106 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 52 L |
