1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 2006 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 45 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 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1543 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, 2006 Dodge Durango (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango 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 | 2006 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Alpine | Dodge |
| Model | A 108 | Durango |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 2138 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 102 L |
