1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 1978 Honda Accord is newer by 20 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 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (43 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Honda Accord weights approximately 380 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, 1978 Honda Accord, 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, 1978 Honda Accord (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Accord 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 | 1978 Honda Accord | |
Make | Alpine | Honda |
Model | A 106 | Accord |
Year Released | 1958 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 41 L |