1957 Alpine A 108 vs. 2007 Kia Carens
To start off, 2007 Kia Carens is newer by 50 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Carens (138 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 108. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carens weights approximately 1081 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 1957 Alpine A 108 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Alpine A 108. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carens, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Kia Carens (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 108. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carens 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 | 2007 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Alpine | Kia |
| Model | A 108 | Carens |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 904 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2710 mm |
