1972 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1958 Alpine A 106
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA weights approximately 235 kg more than 1958 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, 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1958 Alpine A 106 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alpine |
Model | GTA | A 106 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1958 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 28 L |