1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett 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 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett (67 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett 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, 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett (144 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm). This means 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett 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 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Alpine | Volvo |
| Model | A 106 | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 45 L |
