1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 1976 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1976 Plymouth Volare is newer by 19 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Plymouth Volare (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 933 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, 1976 Plymouth Volare (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Volare 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 | 1976 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Alpine | Plymouth |
Model | A 106 | Volare |
Year Released | 1957 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 244 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 | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2870 mm |