1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 2012 Brilliance BS4
To start off, 2012 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 54 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 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Brilliance BS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Brilliance BS4 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (43 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 955 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, 2012 Brilliance BS4, 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, 2012 Brilliance BS4 (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Brilliance BS4 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 | 2012 Brilliance BS4 | |
| Make | Alpine | Brilliance |
| Model | A 106 | BS4 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 74 L |
