1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1982 Opel Ascona 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Ascona (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Ascona weights approximately 410 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, 1982 Opel Ascona, 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 Opel Ascona (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Ascona 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 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Alpine | Opel |
| Model | A 106 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 70 L |
