1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1969 Simca 1100
To start off, 1969 Simca 1100 is newer by 11 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 1,204 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Simca 1100 (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Simca 1100 weights approximately 399 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.
Because 1958 Alpine A 106 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Alpine A 106. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Simca 1100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Simca 1100 (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1969 Simca 1100 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 | 1969 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Alpine | Simca |
| Model | A 106 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 47 L |
