1973 Alpine A 110 vs. 1958 Alpine A 106
To start off, 1973 Alpine A 110 is newer by 15 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 1,604 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alpine A 110 (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alpine A 110 weights approximately 155 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alpine A 110 | 1958 Alpine A 106 | |
| Make | Alpine | Alpine |
| Model | A 110 | A 106 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 28 L |
