1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 1989 Audi Coupe
To start off, 1989 Audi Coupe is newer by 27 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi Coupe (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi Coupe weights approximately 575 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, 1989 Audi Coupe, 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, 1989 Audi Coupe (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1989 Audi Coupe 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 | 1989 Audi Coupe | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | A 108 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2226 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 70 L |
