1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1959 Austin A 99
To start off, 1959 Austin A 99 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 99 (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 99 weights approximately 975 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, 1959 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 99 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 | 1959 Austin A 99 | |
Make | Alpine | Austin |
Model | A 106 | A 99 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 2912 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 72 L |