1955 Alpine A 106 vs. 1986 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1986 Lancia Prisma is newer by 31 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 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Prisma (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1955 Alpine A 106. (20 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1955 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 420 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, 1986 Lancia Prisma, 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, 1986 Lancia Prisma (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Prisma 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 | 1986 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Alpine | Lancia |
| Model | A 106 | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 51 L |
