1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 1954 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1957 Alpine A 106 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Alpine A 106 (43 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (39 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Alpine A 106 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1954 Fiat 1400 (134 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm). This means 1954 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alpine A 106 | 1954 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Alpine | Fiat |
| Model | A 106 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 39 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1540 mm |
