1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 1959 Holden FE
To start off, 1961 Alpine A 108 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Holden FE would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Holden FE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Holden FE (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Holden FE should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Holden FE weights approximately 385 kg more than 1961 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, 1959 Holden FE (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1959 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Alpine A 108 | 1959 Holden FE | |
Make | Alpine | Holden |
Model | A 108 | FE |
Year Released | 1961 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 2166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2670 mm |