1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 1994 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1994 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 32 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 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Bandeirante (97 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 1195 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 1994 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1994 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1994 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Bandeirante 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 | 1994 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | Alpine | Toyota |
Model | A 108 | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 1962 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 3661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2290 mm |