1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 37 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 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 1002 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.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro 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 | 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Alpine | Chevrolet |
Model | A 106 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 844 cc | 5731 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 68 L |