1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 2006 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 48 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 2,399 cc, 2006 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Solstice (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac Solstice weights approximately 792 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, 2006 Pontiac Solstice (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Solstice 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 | 2006 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Alpine | Pontiac |
| Model | A 106 | Solstice |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2399 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 49 L |
