1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 1957 Alpine A 106
To start off, 1976 Alpine A 110 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alpine A 110 (93 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (43 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1957 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, 1976 Alpine A 110 (128 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm). This means 1976 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 110 | 1957 Alpine A 106 | |
| Make | Alpine | Alpine |
| Model | A 110 | A 106 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 43 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 45 Nm |
| 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 Length | 3860 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 28 L |
