1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 47 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 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 291 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, 2004 Honda Civic, 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, 2004 Honda Civic (223 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic 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 | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Alpine | Honda |
| Model | A 106 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 50 L |
