1995 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1957 Alpine A 106
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 38 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 685 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, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145, 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, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1957 Alpine A 106 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alpine |
| Model | 145 | A 106 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 28 L |
