1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1959 Alpine A 106
To start off, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 18 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 1,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 308 kg more than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Because 1959 Alpine A 106 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Alpine A 106. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1959 Alpine A 106 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alpine |
| Model | Alfasud | A 106 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 28 L |
