1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 2008 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2008 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 50 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac Solstice (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (43 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106.
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, 2008 Pontiac Solstice (353 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | Alpine | Pontiac |
Model | A 106 | Solstice |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 49 L |