1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1990 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 31 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 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 578 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, 1990 Fiat Tempra, 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, 1990 Fiat Tempra (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra 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 | 1990 Fiat Tempra | |
| Make | Alpine | Fiat |
| Model | A 106 | Tempra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1133 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2550 mm |
