1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 1962 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 1962 Vauxhall VX4 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 1,505 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Vauxhall VX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Vauxhall VX4 (71 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Vauxhall VX4 should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Vauxhall VX4 weights approximately 365 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, 1962 Vauxhall VX4 (119 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1962 Vauxhall VX4 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 Vauxhall VX4 | |
| Make | Alpine | Vauxhall |
| Model | A 106 | VX4 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 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 | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 45 L |
