1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 2001 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet S-10 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet S-10 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 875 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 Chevrolet S-10 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 Chevrolet S-10 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 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet S-10 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 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Alpine | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 108 | S-10 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3130 mm |
