1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo 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 747 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Alpine A 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForTwo (60 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106.
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 Smart ForTwo (95 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm). This means 2006 Smart ForTwo 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 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Alpine | Smart |
| Model | A 106 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 33 L |
