2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1958 Alpine A 106
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 45 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 3,172 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 855 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.
Because 1958 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 1958 Alpine A 106. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT, 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 1958 Alpine A 106 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alpine |
| Model | GT | A 106 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3172 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 28 L |
