1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2001 Rover 75 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 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rover 75 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (43 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 1020 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 Rover 75, 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 Rover 75 (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Rover 75 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 Rover 75 | |
Make | Alpine | Rover |
Model | A 106 | 75 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2830 mm |