1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1982 Opel Manta
To start off, 1982 Opel Manta 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 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Manta (110 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Manta weights approximately 535 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Manta (161 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Manta 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 Manta | |
Make | Alpine | Opel |
Model | A 106 | Manta |
Year Released | 1958 | 1982 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 70 L |