1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1974 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1974 Sunbeam Chamois is newer by 15 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 873 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Sunbeam Chamois is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Alpine A 106 (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alpine A 106 should accelerate faster than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Sunbeam Chamois weights approximately 160 kg more than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Sunbeam Chamois (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1974 Sunbeam Chamois 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 | 1974 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Alpine | Sunbeam |
| Model | A 106 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2090 mm |
