1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1959 Chevrolet Corvair
To start off, 1959 Chevrolet Corvair 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 2,286 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Chevrolet Corvair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chevrolet Corvair (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chevrolet Corvair should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chevrolet Corvair weights approximately 605 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 | 1959 Chevrolet Corvair | |
| Make | Alpine | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 106 | Corvair |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2750 mm |
