1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 534 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, 2009 Honda Accord, 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, 2009 Honda Accord (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord 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 | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Alpine | Honda |
| Model | A 108 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 70 L |
