1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1959 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1959 Fiat 1200 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 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1200 (53 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (37 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1200 should accelerate faster than 1958 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alpine A 106 | 1959 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | Alpine | Fiat |
| Model | A 106 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 904 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 37 L |
