1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (103 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 675 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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Alpine | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 106 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 55 L |
