1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 779 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touran 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 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Alpine | Volkswagen |
Model | A 108 | Touran |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 60 L |