1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1996 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1996 Lancia Delta is newer by 38 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Delta (111 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Delta weights approximately 615 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, 1996 Lancia Delta, 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, 1996 Lancia Delta (157 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Delta 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 | 1996 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Alpine | Lancia |
| Model | A 106 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2550 mm |
