1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 1970 DAF 44
To start off, 1970 DAF 44 is newer by 13 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 1970 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Alpine A 106 should accelerate faster than 1970 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 DAF 44 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1957 Alpine A 106.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 DAF 44 (66 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1970 DAF 44 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 | 1970 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Alpine | DAF |
| Model | A 106 | 44 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2260 mm |
