1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1965 Willys-Overland Interlagos
To start off, 1965 Willys-Overland Interlagos 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 845 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Willys-Overland Interlagos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Willys-Overland Interlagos (52 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Willys-Overland Interlagos should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alpine A 106 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1965 Willys-Overland Interlagos.
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, 1965 Willys-Overland Interlagos (76 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1965 Willys-Overland Interlagos 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 | 1965 Willys-Overland Interlagos | |
| Make | Alpine | Willys-Overland |
| Model | A 106 | Interlagos |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2110 mm |
