1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 1959 Rover P4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 2,625 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Rover P4 (92 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106.
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, 1959 Rover P4 (168 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm). This means 1959 Rover P4 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 | 1959 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Alpine | Rover |
| Model | A 106 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2625 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 92 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 168 Nm |
| 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 Length | 3710 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 52 L |
