1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 50 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A5 weights approximately 1165 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, 2011 Audi A5, 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, 2011 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A5 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 | 2011 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | A 108 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 67 L |
