1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1982 Opel Ascona is newer by 20 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Ascona (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Ascona weights approximately 355 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.
Because 1962 Alpine A 108 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Alpine A 108. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Opel Ascona (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Ascona 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 | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Alpine | Opel |
| Model | A 108 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2580 mm |
