1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 1991 Audi 100
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 34 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 2,309 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 855 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.
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, 1991 Audi 100, 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, 1991 Audi 100 (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 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 | 1991 Audi 100 | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | A 106 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
