1957 Alpine A 108 vs. 1960 Holden FC
To start off, 1960 Holden FC is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alpine A 108 would be higher. At 2,165 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Holden FC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Holden FC (62 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 108. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Holden FC should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Holden FC weights approximately 430 kg more than 1957 Alpine A 108. 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, 1960 Holden FC (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 108. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1960 Holden FC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alpine A 108 | 1960 Holden FC | |
| Make | Alpine | Holden |
| Model | A 108 | FC |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 904 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2670 mm |
