1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 1994 Caterham Seven
To start off, 1994 Caterham Seven is newer by 37 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 1,998 cc, 1994 Caterham Seven is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Caterham Seven (165 HP) has 116 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Caterham Seven 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 15 kg more than 1994 Caterham Seven.
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, 1994 Caterham Seven (203 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm). This means 1994 Caterham Seven 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 | 1994 Caterham Seven | |
| Make | Alpine | Caterham |
| Model | A 106 | Seven |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2240 mm |
