1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1999 Fiat Palio
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 40 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 675 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, 1999 Fiat Palio, 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, 1999 Fiat Palio (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio 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 | 1999 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Alpine | Fiat |
Model | A 106 | Palio |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 844 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 58 L |