This is why a team of French students decided to offer us a preview of what a future product released by Alpine could look like, as automotto reports. Led by Patrick Raoux, the team created a 3D rendering of a modern reinterpretation of the Alpine A106. This is the model that marked the debut of the French brand back in the '50s.
The concept uses the Open’Back name and is also inspired by Renault Sport Spider, a vehicle that was produced by the French automaker between 1995 and 1997, being offered as a road vehicle and as a racing car in a one-make series.
The study can use a multitude of engines from the Renault-Sport range, with the most likely one (if we can call it so) being the Clio RS’s naturally aspirated 2.0 liter unit that delivers 203 hp and a maximum torque of 214 Nm (158 lb-ft). The powerplant is centrally mounted. The vehicle uses lateral and hood-mounted air intakes to provide air for cooling the engine. At the same time, the hot air is allowed to exit the engine compartment through two open sections located at the rear of the car. Actually, this is why the vehicle uses the “Open’Back” name - the solution is inspired from models of the 60s and 70s.
The vehicle tips the scales at less than 1,000 kg (2,200 lbs) as it uses a tubular chassis made from steel and aluminum, as well as a plastic material body.
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