1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (200 HP) has 157 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106.
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 Corvette (385 Nm) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Alpine | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 106 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 91 L |
