1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1968 Moretti Panoramica
To start off, 1968 Moretti Panoramica is newer by 9 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 844 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Alpine A 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Alpine A 106 (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1968 Moretti Panoramica. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alpine A 106 should accelerate faster than 1968 Moretti Panoramica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Moretti Panoramica weights approximately 225 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, 1968 Moretti Panoramica (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 Moretti Panoramica 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 | 1968 Moretti Panoramica | |
Make | Alpine | Moretti |
Model | A 106 | Panoramica |
Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 844 cc | 747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 30 L |