1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 2009 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 51 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Croma (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Croma weights approximately 950 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, 2009 Fiat Croma, 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, 2009 Fiat Croma (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Croma 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 | 2009 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Alpine | Fiat |
| Model | A 106 | Croma |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 62 L |
