1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 2003 Xedos 9
To start off, 2003 Xedos 9 is newer by 46 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Xedos 9 weights approximately 1030 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Xedos 9 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 | 2003 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Alpine | Xedos |
| Model | A 106 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2760 mm |
