1955 Alpine A 106 vs. 1961 Saab 750
To start off, 1961 Saab 750 is newer by 6 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 748 cc (3 cylinders), 1961 Saab 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Saab 750 (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1955 Alpine A 106. (20 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Saab 750 should accelerate faster than 1955 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Saab 750 weights approximately 323 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.
Because 1955 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 1955 Alpine A 106. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Saab 750, 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, 1961 Saab 750 (84 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Saab 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alpine A 106 | 1961 Saab 750 | |
| Make | Alpine | Saab |
| Model | A 106 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 60 L |
