1957 Alpine A 108 vs. 1962 DAF 750
To start off, 1962 DAF 750 is newer by 5 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 904 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Alpine A 108 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Alpine A 108 (49 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1962 DAF 750. (31 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Alpine A 108 should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 DAF 750 weights approximately 112 kg more than 1957 Alpine A 108.
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, 1957 Alpine A 108 (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF 750. (57 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1957 Alpine A 108 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alpine A 108 | 1962 DAF 750 | |
| Make | Alpine | DAF |
| Model | A 108 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 904 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 31 HP |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2060 mm |
