1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 1989 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1989 Ford Sierra 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Sierra (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Sierra weights approximately 551 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, 1989 Ford Sierra (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Sierra 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 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | A 108 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 55 L |
