1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 37 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 1,043 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alpine A 108 (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (47 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alpine A 108 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 375 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, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo, 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, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Lupo 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 | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Alpine | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 108 | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 67.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 34 L |
