1955 Alpine A 106 vs. 1997 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1997 Opel Corsa is newer by 42 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 973 cc (3 cylinders), 1997 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Opel Corsa (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1955 Alpine A 106. (20 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1955 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Corsa weights approximately 450 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, 1997 Opel Corsa, 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, 1997 Opel Corsa (82 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Opel Corsa 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 | 1997 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Alpine | Opel |
| Model | A 106 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 44 L |
