1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 23 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 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 989 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, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alpine A 108. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1961 Alpine A 108 has manual transmission. 1961 Alpine A 108 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alpine A 108 | 1984 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Alpine | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 108 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 3753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2950 mm |
