1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1985 Opel Senator
To start off, 1985 Opel Senator is newer by 26 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Opel Senator weights approximately 796 kg more than 1959 Alpine A 106.
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, 1985 Opel Senator (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Opel Senator 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 | 1985 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Alpine | Opel |
| Model | A 106 | Senator |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2690 mm |
