1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1998 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Parati is newer by 40 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Parati is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Parati (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (43 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Parati should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Parati weights approximately 425 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, 1998 Volkswagen Parati, 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, 1998 Volkswagen Parati (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Parati 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 | 1998 Volkswagen Parati | |
Make | Alpine | Volkswagen |
Model | A 106 | Parati |
Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2480 mm |