1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 1996 Kia Retona
To start off, 1996 Kia Retona 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Retona weights approximately 1275 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 Kia Retona 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 Kia Retona 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 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Retona 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 Kia Retona | |
Make | Alpine | Kia |
Model | A 108 | Retona |
Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2370 mm |