1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1991 Renault 4
To start off, 1991 Renault 4 is newer by 33 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 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alpine A 106 (43 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1991 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alpine A 106 should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault 4 weights approximately 145 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, 1991 Renault 4, 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, 1991 Renault 4 (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Renault 4 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 | 1991 Renault 4 | |
Make | Alpine | Renault |
Model | A 106 | 4 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 62 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 | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2410 mm |