1957 Alpine A 108 vs. 1989 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1989 Ford Sierra is newer by 32 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Sierra (101 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 108. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Sierra weights approximately 596 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, 1989 Ford Sierra (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 108. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Sierra 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 | 1989 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | A 108 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 904 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2830 mm |
