1977 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1957 Alpine A 106
To start off, 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 20 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 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 485 kg more than 1957 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, 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1957 Alpine A 106 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alpine |
| Model | GTV | A 106 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 28 L |
