1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1963 Holden EJ
To start off, 1963 Holden EJ is newer by 5 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 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Holden EJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Holden EJ (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (43 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Holden EJ should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Holden EJ weights approximately 584 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, 1963 Holden EJ (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 Holden EJ 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 | 1963 Holden EJ | |
| Make | Alpine | Holden |
| Model | A 106 | EJ |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2680 mm |
