1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 1972 AMC Matador
To start off, 1972 AMC Matador is newer by 15 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 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 929 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, 1972 AMC Matador (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador 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 | 1972 AMC Matador | |
Make | Alpine | AMC |
Model | A 106 | Matador |
Year Released | 1957 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 4228 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 74 L |