1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1972 Honda 1300
To start off, 1972 Honda 1300 is newer by 14 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 1,298 cc, 1972 Honda 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (43 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Honda 1300 weights approximately 345 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, 1972 Honda 1300, 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, 1972 Honda 1300 (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Honda 1300 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 | 1972 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | Alpine | Honda |
| Model | A 106 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1298 cc |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 35 L |
