1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 1995 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 1995 Honda Step Wagon 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 855 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 Honda Step Wagon, 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 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alpine A 108. 1995 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 1962 Alpine A 108 has manual transmission. 1962 Alpine A 108 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alpine A 108 | 1995 Honda Step Wagon | |
| Make | Alpine | Honda |
| Model | A 108 | Step Wagon |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2810 mm |
