1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira (81 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 925 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 1961 Alpine A 108 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Alpine A 108. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Vauxhall Zafira (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Zafira 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 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Alpine | Vauxhall |
| Model | A 108 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2700 mm |
