1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1987 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 28 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 2,843 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 700 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, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta, 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, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alpine A 106. 1987 Chevrolet Beretta 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. 1987 Chevrolet Beretta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alpine A 106 | 1987 Chevrolet Beretta | |
| Make | Alpine | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 106 | Beretta |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2630 mm |
