1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 2008 Citroen Picasso
To start off, 2008 Citroen Picasso is newer by 47 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen Picasso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen Picasso (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen Picasso should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 645 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, 2008 Citroen Picasso, 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, 2008 Citroen Picasso (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Picasso 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 | 2008 Citroen Picasso | |
| Make | Alpine | Citroen |
| Model | A 108 | Picasso |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 55 L |
