1957 Alpine A 108 vs. 1966 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1966 Volkswagen 1600 is newer by 9 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Volkswagen 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Volkswagen 1600 (53 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 108. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Volkswagen 1600 should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Volkswagen 1600 weights approximately 425 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, 1966 Volkswagen 1600 (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 108. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Volkswagen 1600 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 | 1966 Volkswagen 1600 | |
Make | Alpine | Volkswagen |
Model | A 108 | 1600 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 904 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 68 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2480 mm |