1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celica 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 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celica (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Celica weights approximately 539 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, 2005 Toyota Celica, 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, 2005 Toyota Celica (176 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Alpine | Toyota |
| Model | A 108 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 55 L |
