1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 54 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), 2013 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Alpine A 106. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 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 | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | A 106 | A3 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2578 mm |
