1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1955 Austin A 55
To start off, 1958 Alpine A 106 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin A 55 (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin A 55 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 55 weights approximately 500 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. Let's talk about torque, 1955 Austin A 55 (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alpine A 106 | 1955 Austin A 55 | |
Make | Alpine | Austin |
Model | A 106 | A 55 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2530 mm |