1955 Alpine A 106 vs. 2006 Audi TT
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 51 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 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1955 Alpine A 106. (20 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1955 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 982 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, 2006 Audi TT, 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, 2006 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT 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 | 2006 Audi TT | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | A 106 | TT |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 62 L |
