1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1975 Toyota Corona is newer by 13 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 2,253 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Corona (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Corona weights approximately 615 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, 1975 Toyota Corona (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Corona 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 | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Alpine | Toyota |
Model | A 108 | Corona |
Year Released | 1962 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 2253 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2590 mm |