1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 1975 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1975 Triumph TR7 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Triumph TR7 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 450 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 Triumph TR7 (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1975 Triumph TR7 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 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Alpine | Triumph |
| Model | A 108 | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 63 L |
