1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 1974 Ford Capri
To start off, 1974 Ford Capri 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 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Capri (106 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Capri weights approximately 565 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 Ford Capri (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Capri 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 Ford Capri | |
Make | Alpine | Ford |
Model | A 106 | Capri |
Year Released | 1957 | 1974 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2560 mm |