1955 Alpine A 106 vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1977 Opel Kadett is newer by 22 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 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Kadett (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1955 Alpine A 106. (20 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1955 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Kadett weights approximately 320 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, 1977 Opel Kadett (162 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Kadett 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 | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Alpine | Opel |
| Model | A 106 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 70 L |
