1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Toyota Corolla is newer by 36 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 1,453 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 460 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, 1993 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1993 Toyota Corolla (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Corolla 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 | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Alpine | Toyota |
Model | A 106 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1957 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 124 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 | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2440 mm |