1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 1996 Audi A4
To start off, 1996 Audi A4 is newer by 35 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 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A4 (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A4 weights approximately 975 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 1996 Audi A4 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, 1996 Audi A4 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, 1996 Audi A4 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A4 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 | 1996 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | A 108 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 60 L |
