1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 1997 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1997 Nissan Sunny is newer by 35 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), 1997 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 565 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, 1997 Nissan Sunny, 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, 1997 Nissan Sunny (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Sunny 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 | 1997 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Alpine | Nissan |
Model | A 108 | Sunny |
Year Released | 1962 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1530 mm |