1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 39 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 3,391 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (160 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 858 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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro 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 | 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Alpine | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 106 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 3391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1413 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 68 L |
