1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 1959 Alpine A 106
To start off, 1962 Alpine A 108 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 904 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Alpine A 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alpine A 108 (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (37 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alpine A 108 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alpine A 108 | 1959 Alpine A 106 | |
| Make | Alpine | Alpine |
| Model | A 108 | A 106 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 904 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 28 L |
