1955 Alpine A 106 vs. 1961 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1961 Steyr 700C 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 747 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Alpine A 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Steyr 700C (24 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1955 Alpine A 106. (20 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Steyr 700C should accelerate faster than 1955 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Steyr 700C weights approximately 10 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. Let's talk about torque, 1955 Alpine A 106 (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Alpine A 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alpine A 106 | 1961 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Alpine | Steyr |
| Model | A 106 | 700C |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 1950 mm |
