1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1967 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1967 Innocenti J4 is newer by 8 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Innocenti J4 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Innocenti J4 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Because 1959 Alpine A 106 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Alpine A 106. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Innocenti J4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Innocenti J4 (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Innocenti J4 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 | 1967 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Alpine | Innocenti |
| Model | A 106 | J4 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 56 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 28 L |
