1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 42 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 1120 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.
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, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (270 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega 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 | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Alpine | Vauxhall |
Model | A 106 | Omega |
Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2740 mm |