1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 1996 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 34 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 581 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, 1996 Hyundai Lantra, 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, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Lantra 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 | 1996 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Alpine | Hyundai |
| Model | A 108 | Lantra |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2560 mm |
