1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1996 Rover 220
To start off, 1996 Rover 220 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 220 weights approximately 684 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, 1996 Rover 220, 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, 1996 Rover 220 (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 220 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 Rover 220 | |
| Make | Alpine | Rover |
| Model | A 106 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 103 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 50 L |
