1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2001 Nissan X-Trail 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 690 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Alpine | Nissan |
| Model | A 108 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 60 L |
