1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 1993 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1993 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 32 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 3,516 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 685 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, 1993 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alpine A 108. 1993 Plymouth Prowler 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. 1993 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alpine A 108 | 1993 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Alpine | Plymouth |
| Model | A 108 | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 3516 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 46 L |
