1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 2000 Volvo S80
To start off, 2000 Volvo S80 is newer by 38 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 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S80 (161 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S80 weights approximately 930 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, 2000 Volvo S80, 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, 2000 Volvo S80 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S80 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 | 2000 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Alpine | Volvo |
| Model | A 108 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 70 L |
