1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara is newer by 51 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 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 1210 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 2012 Opel Antara 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, 2012 Opel Antara 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, 2012 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Antara 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 | 2012 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Alpine | Opel |
| Model | A 108 | Antara |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 65 L |
