1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 1968 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1968 Toyota Corolla 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 1,077 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Corolla (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 165 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, 1968 Toyota Corolla (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Alpine | Toyota |
Model | A 106 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1957 | 1968 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1077 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 70 L |