1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 2006 Seat Leon
To start off, 2006 Seat Leon 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Leon (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Leon weights approximately 610 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, 2006 Seat Leon, 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, 2006 Seat Leon (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Leon 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 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Alpine | Seat |
| Model | A 108 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 55 L |
