1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1973 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1973 Volkswagen SP2 is newer by 15 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 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Volkswagen SP2 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (43 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volkswagen SP2 weights approximately 340 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, 1973 Volkswagen SP2 (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Volkswagen SP2 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 | 1973 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Alpine | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 106 | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2410 mm |
