1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1957 Tatra T603
To start off, 1959 Alpine A 106 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Tatra T603 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Tatra T603 weights approximately 915 kg more than 1959 Alpine A 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1957 Tatra T603 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1957 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alpine A 106 | 1957 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Alpine | Tatra |
Model | A 106 | T603 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 844 cc | 2545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2760 mm |