1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 1972 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1972 Fiat Dino 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 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat Dino weights approximately 805 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 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat Dino 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 Fiat Dino | |
Make | Alpine | Fiat |
Model | A 108 | Dino |
Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 2418 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 92.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 60 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2560 mm |