1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1992 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 1992 Chrysler Viper is newer by 34 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 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1992 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (43 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 1040 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, 1992 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 575 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Chrysler Viper 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 | 1992 Chrysler Viper | |
Make | Alpine | Chrysler |
Model | A 106 | Viper |
Year Released | 1958 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 7986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2450 mm |