1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 1995 Audi A4
To start off, 1995 Audi A4 is newer by 33 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 2,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A4 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A4 weights approximately 690 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, 1995 Audi A4, 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, 1995 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A4 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 | 1995 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | A 108 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2620 mm |
