1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 1972 AMC Javelin
To start off, 1972 AMC Javelin is newer by 11 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 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Javelin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Javelin (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Javelin should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Javelin weights approximately 905 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, 1972 AMC Javelin (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin 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 | 1972 AMC Javelin | |
| Make | Alpine | AMC |
| Model | A 108 | Javelin |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 6571 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 468 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 105.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 60 L |
