1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 1962 Austin A 60
To start off, 1962 Austin A 60 is newer by 5 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 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Austin A 60 (60 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin A 60 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, 1962 Austin A 60 (122 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm). This means 1962 Austin A 60 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 | 1962 Austin A 60 | |
| Make | Alpine | Austin |
| Model | A 106 | A 60 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 34 L |
