1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1961 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1961 Vauxhall Velox is newer by 3 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 2,651 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Vauxhall Velox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Vauxhall Velox (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Vauxhall Velox should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 680 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, 1961 Vauxhall Velox (201 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1961 Vauxhall Velox 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 | 1961 Vauxhall Velox | |
Make | Alpine | Vauxhall |
Model | A 106 | Velox |
Year Released | 1958 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 2651 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 48 L |