1957 Alpine A 108 vs. 1982 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1982 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 25 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 108. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 370 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 108. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Ritmo 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 | 1982 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Alpine | Fiat |
| Model | A 108 | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 904 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2460 mm |
