1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, 2001 Opel Omega 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 1110 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, 2001 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alpine A 106. 2001 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 1958 Alpine A 106 has manual transmission. 1958 Alpine A 106 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alpine A 106 | 2001 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Alpine | Opel |
| Model | A 106 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 75 L |
