1957 Alpine A 108 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 53 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (224 HP) has 175 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 108. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 1010 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 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Alpine A 108. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 108. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alpine A 108. 2010 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1957 Alpine A 108 has manual transmission. 1957 Alpine A 108 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alpine A 108 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Alpine | Subaru |
| Model | A 108 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 904 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 224 HP |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2616 mm |
