1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1970 Chevrolet Vega
To start off, 1970 Chevrolet Vega is newer by 12 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 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Vega (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Vega should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Vega weights approximately 450 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, 1970 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alpine A 106. 1970 Chevrolet Vega has automatic transmission and 1958 Alpine A 106 has manual transmission. 1958 Alpine A 106 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Chevrolet Vega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alpine A 106 | 1970 Chevrolet Vega | |
| Make | Alpine | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 106 | Vega |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 42 L |
