1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 1983 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1983 Holden Gemini is newer by 26 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Holden Gemini (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Gemini weights approximately 400 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, 1983 Holden Gemini (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1983 Holden Gemini 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 | 1983 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Alpine | Holden |
| Model | A 106 | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2410 mm |
