1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 2001 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2001 Fiat Doblo is newer by 43 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Doblo (103 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (43 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 1320 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, 2001 Fiat Doblo, 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, 2001 Fiat Doblo (271 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm). This means 2001 Fiat Doblo 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 | 2001 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Alpine | Fiat |
| Model | A 106 | Doblo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2470 mm |
