1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 1968 Renault 6
To start off, 1968 Renault 6 is newer by 11 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 845 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Alpine A 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Alpine A 106 (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Renault 6. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Alpine A 106 should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Renault 6 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1957 Alpine A 106.
Because 1957 Alpine A 106 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Alpine A 106. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Renault 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Renault 6 (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 Renault 6 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 | 1968 Renault 6 | |
Make | Alpine | Renault |
Model | A 106 | 6 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 40 L |