1957 Alpine A 108 vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 47 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (201 HP) has 152 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 108. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1970 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 2004 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, 2004 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 108. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Alpine | Toyota |
| Model | A 108 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 904 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2800 mm |
