1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 1995 Audi A4
To start off, 1995 Audi A4 is newer by 38 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A4 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A4 weights approximately 670 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, 1995 Audi A4, 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, 1995 Audi A4 (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A4 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 | 1995 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | A 106 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 62 L |
