1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 48 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Caddy (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 1011 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, 2005 Volkswagen Caddy, 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, 2005 Volkswagen Caddy (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Caddy 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 | 2005 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Alpine | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 106 | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 60 L |
