1955 Alpine A 106 vs. 1973 Honda Z
To start off, 1973 Honda Z is newer by 18 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, 1973 Honda Z (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1955 Alpine A 106. (20 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda Z should accelerate faster than 1955 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Alpine A 106 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1973 Honda Z.
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, 1973 Honda Z, 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, 1955 Alpine A 106 (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1955 Alpine A 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alpine A 106 | 1973 Honda Z | |
| Make | Alpine | Honda |
| Model | A 106 | Z |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2010 mm |
