1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 is newer by 9 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 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (43 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 weights approximately 810 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, 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 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 | 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
Make | Alpine | Willys-Overland |
Model | A 106 | Aero-Willys 2600 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2740 mm |