1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1948 Maserati 4
To start off, 1958 Alpine A 106 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Maserati 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Maserati 4 would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Maserati 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Maserati 4 (257 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Maserati 4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Maserati 4 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1958 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alpine A 106 | 1948 Maserati 4 | |
| Make | Alpine | Maserati |
| Model | A 106 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 630 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2510 mm |
