1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 1977 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1977 Zastava 1500 is newer by 15 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 1,480 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Zastava 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Zastava 1500 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Zastava 1500 should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Zastava 1500 weights approximately 445 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, 1977 Zastava 1500 (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1977 Zastava 1500 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 | 1977 Zastava 1500 | |
Make | Alpine | Zastava |
Model | A 108 | 1500 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2430 mm |