1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1955 Alpine A 106
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 1,569 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1955 Alpine A 106. (20 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1955 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 490 kg more than 1955 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (156 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1955 Alpine A 106 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alpine |
Model | Giulia | A 106 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1569 cc | 747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 45 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 28 L |