1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1960 TVR Grantura
To start off, 1960 TVR Grantura is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 TVR Grantura is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 TVR Grantura weights approximately 130 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. Let's talk about torque, 1960 TVR Grantura (102 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1960 TVR Grantura 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 | 1960 TVR Grantura | |
| Make | Alpine | TVR |
| Model | A 106 | Grantura |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 38 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 39 L |
