1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 1991 Caterham Super 7
To start off, 1991 Caterham Super 7 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Caterham Super 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Caterham Super 7 (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Alpine A 106 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1991 Caterham Super 7.
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, 1991 Caterham Super 7 (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1991 Caterham Super 7 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 Caterham Super 7 | |
Make | Alpine | Caterham |
Model | A 106 | Super 7 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1991 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 36 L |