1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 1964 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1964 Volvo P 1800 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alpine A 108 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Volvo P 1800 (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1962 Alpine A 108. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1964 Volvo P 1800 (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1964 Volvo P 1800 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 | 1964 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Alpine | Volvo |
Model | A 108 | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 45 L |