1955 Alpine A 106 vs. 1983 Fiat 131
To start off, 1983 Fiat 131 is newer by 28 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 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat 131 (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1955 Alpine A 106. (20 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1955 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat 131 weights approximately 495 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, 1983 Fiat 131 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat 131 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 | 1983 Fiat 131 | |
Make | Alpine | Fiat |
Model | A 106 | 131 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1367 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2500 mm |