1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1961 Volkswagen 1500
To start off, 1961 Volkswagen 1500 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Volkswagen 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Volkswagen 1500 (52 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (43 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Volkswagen 1500 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Volkswagen 1500 weights approximately 310 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 | 1961 Volkswagen 1500 | |
Make | Alpine | Volkswagen |
Model | A 106 | 1500 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 40 L |