1957 Alpine A 108 vs. 1971 Alpine A 110
To start off, 1971 Alpine A 110 is newer by 14 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 1,563 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 110 (138 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 108. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alpine A 110 weights approximately 85 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, 1971 Alpine A 110 (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 108. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Alpine A 110 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 | 1971 Alpine A 110 | |
| Make | Alpine | Alpine |
| Model | A 108 | A 110 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 904 cc | 1563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2110 mm |
