1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1982 Austin Marina
To start off, 1982 Austin Marina is newer by 23 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 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Austin Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Austin Marina (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Austin Marina should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Austin Marina weights approximately 327 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.
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, 1982 Austin Marina (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1982 Austin Marina 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 | 1982 Austin Marina | |
| Make | Alpine | Austin |
| Model | A 106 | Marina |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2440 mm |
