1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1965 Lotus 33
To start off, 1965 Lotus 33 is newer by 6 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 1,497 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Lotus 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alpine A 106 weights approximately 74 kg more than 1965 Lotus 33.
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 | 1965 Lotus 33 | |
Make | Alpine | Lotus |
Model | A 106 | 33 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 212 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 456 kg |