1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 1968 Simca 1301
To start off, 1968 Simca 1301 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alpine A 108 would be higher. At 1,475 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Simca 1301 (68 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Simca 1301 should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Simca 1301 weights approximately 400 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, 1968 Simca 1301 (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 Simca 1301 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 | 1968 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Alpine | Simca |
Model | A 108 | 1301 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 1475 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 60 L |