1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 1972 Fiat 128 is newer by 13 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 128 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 128 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1959 Alpine A 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Fiat 128 (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 128 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 | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Alpine | Fiat |
| Model | A 106 | 128 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2240 mm |
