1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 48 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 540 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, 2007 Opel Corsa, 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, 2007 Opel Corsa (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa 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 | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Alpine | Opel |
| Model | A 106 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81.5 mm |
| 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 | 530 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 45 L |
