1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1982 Opel Ascona 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Ascona weights approximately 462 kg more than 1959 Alpine A 106.
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, 1982 Opel Ascona, 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, 1982 Opel Ascona (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alpine A 106. 1982 Opel Ascona 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. 1982 Opel Ascona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alpine A 106 | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Alpine | Opel |
| Model | A 106 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2580 mm |
