1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 1969 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1969 Triumph 2000 is newer by 12 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Triumph 2000 (90 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 695 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, 1969 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1969 Triumph 2000 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 | 1969 Triumph 2000 | |
Make | Alpine | Triumph |
Model | A 106 | 2000 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 158 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 64 L |