1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 1978 Renault 4
To start off, 1978 Renault 4 is newer by 17 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 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Renault 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alpine A 108 (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alpine A 108 should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Renault 4 weights approximately 101 kg more than 1961 Alpine A 108.
Because 1961 Alpine A 108 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Alpine A 108. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Renault 4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Renault 4 (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1978 Renault 4 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 | 1978 Renault 4 | |
Make | Alpine | Renault |
Model | A 108 | 4 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 62 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 696 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2410 mm |