1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1983 Opel Monza
To start off, 1983 Opel Monza is newer by 25 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Monza (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (43 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Monza weights approximately 776 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, 1983 Opel Monza (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Monza 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 | 1983 Opel Monza | |
Make | Alpine | Opel |
Model | A 106 | Monza |
Year Released | 1958 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2670 mm |