1957 Alpine A 108 vs. 1981 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 24 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban (129 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 108. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1682 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.
Because 1981 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Alpine A 108. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 108. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alpine A 108. 1981 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1957 Alpine A 108 has manual transmission. 1957 Alpine A 108 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alpine A 108 | 1981 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Alpine | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 108 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 904 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 2232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3300 mm |
