1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 1982 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1982 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 21 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 325 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Ritmo 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 | 1982 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Alpine | Fiat |
| Model | A 108 | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 57 L |
