1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 1969 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1969 Holden Monaro 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 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (112 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 720 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 Holden Monaro (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro 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 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Alpine | Holden |
| Model | A 108 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2830 mm |
