1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1971 Ginetta G21
To start off, 1971 Ginetta G21 is newer by 13 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 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Ginetta G21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ginetta G21 (85 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (43 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ginetta G21 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ginetta G21 weights approximately 187 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, 1971 Ginetta G21 (123 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Ginetta G21 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 | 1971 Ginetta G21 | |
| Make | Alpine | Ginetta |
| Model | A 106 | G21 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 45 L |
