1957 Alpine A 108 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito 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 2,146 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito (148 HP) has 99 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 108. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 1470 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 108. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito 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 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 108 | Vito |
Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 904 cc | 2146 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 68 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3210 mm |