1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 1989 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 495 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 Volkswagen Corrado, 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 Volkswagen Corrado (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1989 Volkswagen Corrado 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 Volkswagen Corrado | |
Make | Alpine | Volkswagen |
Model | A 108 | Corrado |
Year Released | 1962 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2480 mm |