1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1973 Ginetta G15
To start off, 1973 Ginetta G15 is newer by 14 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 875 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Ginetta G15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ginetta G15 (51 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ginetta G15 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Ginetta G15 (70 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1973 Ginetta G15 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 | 1973 Ginetta G15 | |
| Make | Alpine | Ginetta |
| Model | A 106 | G15 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
