1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 2005 MG TF
To start off, 2005 MG TF is newer by 44 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG TF (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG TF weights approximately 605 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, 2005 MG TF (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 MG TF 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 | 2005 MG TF | |
| Make | Alpine | MG |
| Model | A 108 | TF |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 50 L |
