1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 48 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 4,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 666 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alpine A 108. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1961 Alpine A 108 has manual transmission. 1961 Alpine A 108 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alpine A 108 | 2009 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Alpine | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 108 | Express |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 4798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 117 L |
