1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 1961 Austin 7
To start off, 1962 Alpine A 108 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin 7 would be higher. At 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Austin 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alpine A 108 (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alpine A 108 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin 7 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1962 Alpine A 108.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Austin 7 (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1961 Austin 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alpine A 108 | 1961 Austin 7 | |
| Make | Alpine | Austin |
| Model | A 108 | 7 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 72 L |
