1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 2003 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 45 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 555 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, 2003 Fiat Palio, 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, 2003 Fiat Palio (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio 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 | 2003 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Alpine | Fiat |
Model | A 106 | Palio |
Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2380 mm |