1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 2001 Audi Allroad
To start off, 2001 Audi Allroad is newer by 40 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi Allroad (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi Allroad weights approximately 1195 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 2001 Audi Allroad 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, 2001 Audi Allroad 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, 2001 Audi Allroad (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Audi Allroad 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 | 2001 Audi Allroad | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | A 108 | Allroad |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 70 L |
