1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 1999 Cadillac Catera
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Catera 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 1110 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, 1999 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alpine A 108. 1999 Cadillac Catera 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. 1999 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alpine A 108 | 1999 Cadillac Catera | |
| Make | Alpine | Cadillac |
| Model | A 108 | Catera |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 68 L |
