1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1120 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 2006 Ford Ranger 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, 2006 Ford Ranger 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger 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 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | A 108 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 82 L |
