1991 Alpine A 610 vs. 1958 Alpine A 106
To start off, 1991 Alpine A 610 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (43 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 864 kg more than 1958 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, 1991 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Alpine A 610 | 1958 Alpine A 106 | |
Make | Alpine | Alpine |
Model | A 610 | A 106 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 45 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1280 mm |