1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1986 Innocenti 990
To start off, 1986 Innocenti 990 is newer by 27 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 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1986 Innocenti 990 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Innocenti 990 (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Innocenti 990 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Innocenti 990 weights approximately 155 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, 1986 Innocenti 990, 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, 1986 Innocenti 990 (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1986 Innocenti 990 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 | 1986 Innocenti 990 | |
Make | Alpine | Innocenti |
Model | A 106 | 990 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 844 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2050 mm |