1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 1996 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 1996 Subaru Vivio 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 845 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Alpine A 108 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alpine A 108 (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alpine A 108 should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Subaru Vivio weights approximately 55 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, 1996 Subaru Vivio, 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, 1962 Alpine A 108 (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1962 Alpine A 108 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Alpine A 108 | 1996 Subaru Vivio | |
Make | Alpine | Subaru |
Model | A 108 | Vivio |
Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 54 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 |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2320 mm |