1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 1990 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1990 Nissan Micra is newer by 28 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 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 49 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Micra weights approximately 71 kg more than 1962 Alpine A 108.
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, 1990 Nissan Micra, 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, 1990 Nissan Micra (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Micra 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 | 1990 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Alpine | Nissan |
| Model | A 108 | Micra |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2310 mm |
