1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 2011 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1420 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 2011 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Alpine A 108. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Alpine | SsangYong |
Model | A 108 | Rexton |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 78 L |