1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 10 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (166 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 1040 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, 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 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 | 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | |
| Make | Alpine | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 108 | Monte Carlo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2960 mm |
