1983 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1957 Alpine A 106
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 26 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 1,350 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 355 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.
Because 1957 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 1957 Alpine A 106. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33, 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 (113 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1957 Alpine A 106 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alpine |
| Model | 33 | A 106 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1350 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 28 L |
