1969 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1959 Alpine A 106
To start off, 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 10 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 465 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.
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, 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider (170 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1959 Alpine A 106 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alpine |
Model | Spider | A 106 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1959 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 844 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 57 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2110 mm |