1957 Alpine A 108 vs. 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 35 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser (154 HP) has 105 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 108. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1590 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 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 108. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 | 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Alpine | Toyota |
Model | A 108 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1957 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 904 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 154 HP |
Torque | 68 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2860 mm |