1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1959 Alpine A 106.
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, 1999 Opel Omega (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alpine A 106. 1999 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 1959 Alpine A 106 has manual transmission. 1959 Alpine A 106 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alpine A 106 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Alpine | Opel |
| Model | A 106 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 142 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 75 L |
