1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 1978 Honda Accord is newer by 21 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 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (79 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106.
Because 1957 Alpine A 106 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Alpine A 106. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Honda Accord (126 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm). This means 1978 Honda Accord 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 | 1978 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Alpine | Honda |
| Model | A 106 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 50 L |
