1955 Alpine A 106 vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 54 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1955 Alpine A 106. (20 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1955 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 624 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, 2009 Honda Civic, 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, 2009 Honda Civic (153 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic 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 | 2009 Honda Civic | |
Make | Alpine | Honda |
Model | A 106 | Civic |
Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1154 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 50 L |