1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 1969 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 1969 Dodge Challenger is newer by 8 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 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (200 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 971 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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (422 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger 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 | 1969 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Alpine | Dodge |
| Model | A 108 | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 75 L |
