1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 1954 Fiat 1900
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 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Fiat 1900 (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Fiat 1900 should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1957 Alpine A 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 1900 (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1954 Fiat 1900 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 1900 | |
Make | Alpine | Fiat |
Model | A 106 | 1900 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 35 L |