1955 Alpine A 106 vs. 1988 Audi Coupe
To start off, 1988 Audi Coupe is newer by 33 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 2,309 cc (5 cylinders), 1988 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi Coupe (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1955 Alpine A 106. (20 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1955 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi Coupe weights approximately 790 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 1988 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Alpine A 106. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi Coupe will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Audi Coupe (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Audi Coupe 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 | 1988 Audi Coupe | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | A 106 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2560 mm |
