1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 2006 Morgan 44
To start off, 2006 Morgan 44 is newer by 49 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Morgan 44 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan 44 (115 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan 44 should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Morgan 44 weights approximately 325 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, 2006 Morgan 44 (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan 44 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 | 2006 Morgan 44 | |
Make | Alpine | Morgan |
Model | A 106 | 44 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 50 L |