1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1990 Audi 80
To start off, 1990 Audi 80 is newer by 32 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi 80 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (43 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi 80 weights approximately 470 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, 1990 Audi 80, 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, 1990 Audi 80 (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Audi 80 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 | 1990 Audi 80 | |
Make | Alpine | Audi |
Model | A 106 | 80 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2550 mm |