1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1946 Simca 8
To start off, 1959 Alpine A 106 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Simca 8 would be higher. At 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Simca 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Alpine A 106 (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1946 Simca 8. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alpine A 106 should accelerate faster than 1946 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Simca 8 weights approximately 369 kg more than 1959 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alpine A 106 | 1946 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Alpine | Simca |
| Model | A 106 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2430 mm |
