1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 1999 Audi A4
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 38 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 761 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 1999 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, 1999 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, 1999 Audi A4 (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | A 108 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| 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 | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 60 L |
