1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 1997 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1997 Honda CR-V is newer by 36 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda CR-V (128 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda CR-V weights approximately 905 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 1997 Honda CR-V 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, 1997 Honda CR-V 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, 1997 Honda CR-V (180 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm). This means 1997 Honda CR-V 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 | 1997 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Alpine | Honda |
| Model | A 108 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2620 mm |
