1955 Alpine A 106 vs. 1970 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1970 Volkswagen K 70 is newer by 15 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 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volkswagen K 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volkswagen K 70 (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1955 Alpine A 106. (20 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volkswagen K 70 should accelerate faster than 1955 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volkswagen K 70 weights approximately 520 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, 1970 Volkswagen K 70, 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, 1970 Volkswagen K 70 (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Volkswagen K 70 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 | 1970 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Alpine | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 106 | K 70 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 40 L |
