1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1996 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1996 Seat Ibiza 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Ibiza (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 525 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, 1996 Seat Ibiza, 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 Seat Ibiza (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Ibiza 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 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Alpine | Seat |
| Model | A 106 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 45 L |
