1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1975 Lancia Beta is newer by 16 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lancia Beta weights approximately 445 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.
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, 1975 Lancia Beta, 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, 1975 Lancia Beta (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alpine A 106. 1975 Lancia Beta has automatic transmission and 1959 Alpine A 106 has manual transmission. 1959 Alpine A 106 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Lancia Beta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alpine A 106 | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Alpine | Lancia |
| Model | A 106 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 45 L |
