1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1995 Renault 19
To start off, 1995 Renault 19 is newer by 36 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 1,792 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault 19 weights approximately 615 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, 1995 Renault 19, 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, 1995 Renault 19 (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Renault 19 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 | 1995 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Alpine | Renault |
| Model | A 106 | 19 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 55 L |
