1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1982 Innocenti 990
To start off, 1982 Innocenti 990 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 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1982 Innocenti 990 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alpine A 106 (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1982 Innocenti 990. (36 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alpine A 106 should accelerate faster than 1982 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Innocenti 990 weights approximately 185 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 Innocenti 990, 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 Innocenti 990 (61 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1982 Innocenti 990 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 Innocenti 990 | |
Make | Alpine | Innocenti |
Model | A 106 | 990 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 40 L |