1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1964 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1964 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 5 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 1,147 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 175 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, 1964 Triumph Spitfire (91 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1964 Triumph Spitfire 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 | 1964 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Alpine | Triumph |
| Model | A 106 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 40 L |
