1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1980 Steyr G-series
To start off, 1980 Steyr G-series is newer by 22 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 2,998 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Steyr G-series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Steyr G-series (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (43 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Steyr G-series should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Steyr G-series weights approximately 1430 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 1980 Steyr G-series is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Alpine A 106. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Steyr G-series will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Steyr G-series (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Steyr G-series 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 | 1980 Steyr G-series | |
| Make | Alpine | Steyr |
| Model | A 106 | G-series |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2410 mm |
