1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander is newer by 49 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Commander (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1448 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, 2010 Jeep Commander (527 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alpine A 108. 2010 Jeep Commander 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. 2010 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alpine A 108 | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Alpine | Jeep |
| Model | A 108 | Commander |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 527 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 80 L |
