1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 2002 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2002 Ginetta G34 is newer by 44 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ginetta G34 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (43 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ginetta G34 weights approximately 260 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, 2002 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Ginetta G34 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 | 2002 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | Alpine | Ginetta |
| Model | A 106 | G34 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1050 mm |
