1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 1980 Audi UR
To start off, 1980 Audi UR is newer by 19 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi UR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi UR weights approximately 655 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.
Because 1980 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Alpine A 108. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi UR will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Audi UR (286 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1980 Audi UR 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 | 1980 Audi UR | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | A 108 | UR |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 70 L |
