1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 49 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 650 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, 2007 Opel Corsa, 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, 2007 Opel Corsa (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa 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 | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Alpine | Opel |
| Model | A 106 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 45 L |
