1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 1970 Opel Record 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 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Record (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Record should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Record weights approximately 470 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Opel Record (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Record 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 | 1970 Opel Record | |
| Make | Alpine | Opel |
| Model | A 106 | Record |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2670 mm |
