1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 1974 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 1974 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 17 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 4,299 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Nova (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 980 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, 1974 Chevrolet Nova (272 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Nova 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 | 1974 Chevrolet Nova | |
| Make | Alpine | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 106 | Nova |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2830 mm |
