1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 1988 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1988 GMC Jimmy is newer by 26 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 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 GMC Jimmy (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 855 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 1988 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Alpine A 108. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 GMC Jimmy will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 GMC Jimmy (313 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Jimmy 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 | 1988 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Alpine | GMC |
| Model | A 108 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2560 mm |
