1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1982 Austin Allegro
To start off, 1982 Austin Allegro is newer by 24 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 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alpine A 106 (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1982 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alpine A 106 should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Austin Allegro weights approximately 245 kg more than 1958 Alpine A 106.
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, 1982 Austin Allegro, 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, 1982 Austin Allegro (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1982 Austin Allegro 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 | 1982 Austin Allegro | |
| Make | Alpine | Austin |
| Model | A 106 | Allegro |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2450 mm |
