1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1963 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 1963 Vauxhall VX4 is newer by 4 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Vauxhall VX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Vauxhall VX4 (85 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Vauxhall VX4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Vauxhall VX4 weights approximately 455 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, 1963 Vauxhall VX4 (134 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1963 Vauxhall VX4 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 | 1963 Vauxhall VX4 | |
Make | Alpine | Vauxhall |
Model | A 106 | VX4 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 844 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 45 L |