1973 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1959 Alpine A 106
To start off, 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior is newer by 14 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior weights approximately 440 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, 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1959 Alpine A 106 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alpine |
| Model | Junior | A 106 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2110 mm |
