1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1957 Alpine A 108
To start off, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alpine A 108 would be higher. At 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 66 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 108. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 500 kg more than 1957 Alpine A 108. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 108. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1957 Alpine A 108 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alpine |
| Model | Giulia | A 108 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 904 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2110 mm |
