1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1972 Simca 1000 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Simca 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Simca 1000 (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (43 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1000 weights approximately 310 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, 1972 Simca 1000 (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Simca 1000 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 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Alpine | Simca |
| Model | A 106 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2230 mm |
