1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 25 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 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice (115 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1025 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, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alpine A 106. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1957 Alpine A 106 has manual transmission. 1957 Alpine A 106 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alpine A 106 | 1982 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Alpine | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 106 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 3753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2950 mm |
